US CONGRATULATES MALAYSIA ON NATIONAL DAY

KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 30 (Bernama) -- The United States has congratulated Malaysia
in conjunction with the country's 53rd Independence Day on Tuesday.

In a statement issued by the US embassy here, US Secretary of State Hillary
Clinton said the US looked forward to continuing and expanding partnership with
Malaysia and strengthen ties in the region.

"On behalf of President Obama and the people of the United States, I
congratulate the people of Malaysia on your 53rd National Day this Aug 31.

"Our long history of cultural and educational exchanges have fostered a strong
understanding between Malaysians and Americans, and our cooperation on economic
and security matters contributes to stability and prosperity throughout
Southeast Asia and beyond," she said.

Meanwhile, the US Embassy here will be closed for a day Tuesday. It can be
contacted for after-hour emergencies at 03-21685000.
-- BERNAMA