U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a personalized video message to the United States Ambassador to Portugal, John J. Arrigo, praising his diplomatic efforts and expressing his personal fondness for the European nation.
In the recorded message, which was shared on social media by the diplomat, President Trump stated that Ambassador Arrigo is “doing a great job” leading the American mission in Lisbon. The president further extended warm remarks directly to the host country.
“We love Portugal and we look forward to being with you any day, maybe soon,” Trump added in the footage.
The video message was released ahead of upcoming diplomatic celebrations in Lisbon marking the 250th anniversary of the United States’ Declaration of Independence. The milestone, commemorating the historical adoption of the document on July 4, 1776, is being recognized internationally through a series of global events coordinated by American embassies.
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Expressing his gratitude for the executive acknowledgment, Ambassador Arrigo underscored the significance of his diplomatic posting under the current administration.
“It was an honor that President Donald J. Trump recorded this message for me and for the people of Portugal, to be broadcast during our July 4th celebration,” Arrigo wrote in a public statement. “It has been a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to serve this administration in such an incredible country.”
The high-profile message underscores the ongoing strategic alignment between Washington and Lisbon. Portugal and the United States maintain a deeply rooted bilateral relationship anchored by robust economic ties, close political cooperation, and common security interests.
Both nations serve as foundational allies within the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Throughout this historic anniversary year, the U.S. government has prioritized utilizing its foreign diplomatic representations to reinforce bonds with key transatlantic partners, with the festivities in Portugal serving as a primary focal point for European-American relations.
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