Press Releases: Aruba Betico Croes Day 


Press Statement

Rex W. Tillerson

Secretary of State

Washington, DC

January 25, 2018

On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, congratulations to the people of Aruba on the 33rd anniversary of Betico Croes Day.

Aruba has been a longstanding friend and partner to the United States. We value our close coordination on regional security and the country’s leadership in supporting democracy, economic prosperity, and energy diversification.

As we celebrate our strong people-to-people connections, we look forward to working together towards a more secure and prosperous region as underscored in the Caribbean 2020 strategy.

We wish the people of Aruba a joyous Betico Croes Day and extend our hopes for a prosperous year ahead.



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