Diaspora Nationals Celebrate Independence Day Anniversary
Asmara, 29 May 2026 – Nationals in various countries have colorfully celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee.”
Accordingly, at a celebratory event in Stockholm, Sweden, nationals expressed conviction to strengthen organizational capacity and unity, as well as participation in national affairs.
Congratulating the Eritrean people and its Defense Forces, Mr. Mohammed-Ali Mohammed-Seid, Charge d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy in Scandinavian countries, expressed the deep meaning of independence to the Eritrean people. He also commended all those who participated in organizing the colorful event.
Mr. Alem Teklegergis, chairman of the Holidays Coordinating Committee, said that Eritrea’s independence was gained through the heavy sacrifices of its people, who remained unintimidated by enemy threats.
Professional Footballer and Liverpool player, Eritrean-Swedish Alexander Isak also sent a video message of congratulations in connection with the 35th Independence Day anniversary.
At celebratory events conducted by Eritreans in various cities of Norway, Mr. Yemane Gebrekidan, head of Consular Affairs, called on nationals to strengthen their organization and unity and participation in national affairs.
Similarly, nationals residing in Angola, Ghana, Guinea, and Sierra Leone enthusiastically celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee.”
Nationals in the US cities of Atlanta, Cincinnati, Saint Joseph, Kansas City, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, and others colorfully celebrated the Independence Day anniversary, featuring various programs depicting their attachment to their homeland.
At the event in Los Angeles, the Mayor of the city and representatives of other cities delivered letters of recognition for the 35th Independence Day anniversary, while friends of Eritrea delivered messages of congratulations.
In the same vein, nationals residing in various cities of France celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary with patriotic zeal under the theme “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee.”
At the celebratory event, the nationals expressed conviction to strengthen organizational capacity and participation in national development programs.
Noting that this year’s theme, “Our Resilience: Our Guarantee,” represents the struggle of the Eritrean people for national independence, safeguarding national sovereignty, and nation-building, Mr. Bereket Paulos, Charge d’Affaires at the Eritrean Embassy, said that 24 May is a day on which the Eritrean people renew their pledge to strengthen participation in the implementation of national development programs, as well as in safeguarding their national sovereignty.
The Eritrean community in Saskatoon, Canada, also celebrated the 35th Independence Day anniversary, featuring various programs aimed at transferring the noble societal values and history of the country to the young generation. The participants also congratulated the Eritrean people and its Defense Forces.