Recognizing the 40th anniversary of the independence of the Bahamas.

joins the people of the Bahamas and the Bahamian diaspora worldwide in commemorating the 40th anniversary of the independence of the Bahamas;

recognizes that the United States and the Bahamas are united by a shared history, common values, and a commitment to democracy and human rights; and

encourages both nations to continue strengthening their friendship and bilateral partnership, especially in promoting greater security, economic development, and people-to-people exchanges, expanding opportunities for the next generation of leaders, addressing the effects of climate change, and advancing gender equality throughout the Caribbean region.