US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton conveyed her greetings to the Muslim on Eid ul Fitr saying she was delighted to wish all Muslims a peaceful and joyous on the occasion. In her message issued by the State Department, the Secretary of State said to honor this special time, Muslims in the United States and throughout the world will gather for Eid celebrations according to their rich and diverse traditions, celebrating the shared values of family, charity, and community. In times of change and uncertainty, the celebration of these common values brings us together and emphasizes the importance of greater cooperation and cross-cultural understanding. As Secretary of State, "it is my honor to host an Eid celebration at the Department of State in Washington every year. As we celebrate this year's event, we will honor the contributions of individuals who work to further dialogue, a shared vision and mutual respect between the United States and Muslim communities around the world so that together we may forge a new era of understanding and cooperation among all people".
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