Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
As Secretary Rubio said: My number one job as Secretary of State is determining what is in the best interest of the United States, ensuring our diplomacy takes actions in line with President Trump’s America First policy.
With that in mind, he traveled to Panama, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Guatemala, and the Dominican Republic on his first international trip since taking office.
“We’ve seen that the more prosperous and safer these countries are, the more prosperous and safer it makes us. I reinforced this truth in my visit to the region this week, as I talked with senior officials and business leaders about ways we can promote regional cooperation on our shared interests: stopping illegal and large-scale migration, fighting the scourge of transnational criminal organizations and drug traffickers, countering China, and deepening economic partnerships to enhance prosperity in our hemisphere. In each of these countries, we value our allies, and we look forward to continuing to deepen and strengthen our partnerships.”
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