HomeOffice of the SpokespersonPress Releases...Togo National Day hide Togo National Day Press Statement Antony J. Blinken, Secretary of State April 27, 2023 On behalf of the United States of America, I join the people of Togo in celebrating 63 years of independence on April 27. The United States congratulates Togo on its selection for a Millennium Challenge Corporation Compact. We commend Togo’s efforts to combat the threat of violent extremism and bolster security in West Africa. We are eager to deepen our joint commitment to Togo’s security and economic growth as well as respect for human rights, press freedom, and strengthening multilateral institutions through the United Nations. We look forward to strengthening our partnership and wish Togo peace and prosperity in the year to come. Tags Bureau of African Affairs Economic Affairs Millennium Challenge Office of the Spokesperson Peace The Secretary of State Security Togo