The President of the United States, Joe Biden, expressed his intention to deepen bilateral relations with Mozambique, in a congratulatory message to the Mozambican President on the 48th anniversary of independence.

"In the coming year I am hopeful that our partnership will deepen, as will the friendship between our peoples, as we advance our shared vision of a peaceful, secure and prosperous world," said Joe Biden, in a presidential statement quoted by Lusa.

According to the US head of state, as members of the UN Security Council, Mozambique and the United States have been working together to achieve global peace and protect common values, including sovereignty, freedom and democracy.

"Together we tackle regional and global challenges, including terrorism, climate change and health insecurity. We also increase our levels of bilateral trade and investment to promote inclusive economic growth for our two countries," Biden added in the statement.

On Sunday, Mozambique celebrated 48 years since the proclamation of independence in 1975 by then President Samora Machel, after an armed liberation struggle against the Portuguese colonial regime that lasted ten years.

"I extend my congratulations to the people of Mozambique as you celebrate the anniversary of your country's independence. Over the past 48 years, our relations have grown to reflect our shared commitment to achieving the sustainable peace and stability that all Mozambicans deserve," reads the official note from the State Department.