By Chisomo Phiri
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Nancy Tembo, has expressed gratitude to the United States(US ) government for its ongoing support in Malawi’s social and economic development.
Speaking at the US Embassy Chief of Mission’s residence in Lilongwe during the 249th US National Independence Day celebrations on Thursday, Tembo highlighted the significant contributions made by the US since Malawi’s independence in 1964.
The minister noted that the US has been the largest bilateral donor to Malawi, providing assistance in key sectors such as education, health, agriculture, and research through the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).
On her part,US Chief of Mission in Malawi, Amy Diaz, emphasized the vital role the US has played in shaping Malawi’s development journey, including supporting smallholder farmers, strengthening health systems, and promoting democracy.
Diaz reaffirmed the US’s commitment to continued partnership and development in Malawi, stating that the US stands with the Malawian people in addressing systemic challenges.
The US National Independence Day is celebrated on July 4; however, the U.S. Embassy in Malawi holds the celebration earlier to allow participation in Malawi’s Independence Day on July 6.
