US State Department:
Rex W. Tillerson
Secretary of State
Washington, DC
March 20, 2017
I wish a joyful and prosperous Nowruz to all those around the world celebrating this ancient tradition that marks the beginning of spring and the beginning of a new year.
Millions of people across the world, including communities in Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, China, Georgia, India, Iran, Iraq, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Russia, Syria, Tajikistan, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and many other peoples of South and Central Asia and the Persian Gulf celebrate this time of the year with their families and friends. Today, many Americans will join in this celebration, sharing with a new generation the cherished traditions of their ancestors.
Nowruz is a time to look toward the coming year with hope and optimism. We look forward to celebrating this new spring together, and hope that this Nowruz brings peace and prosperity to all.
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!تبریک زورکی! ننه جون این کارها چیه, مگه مجبوری
The new year's greeting above reminds me of the elementary-school writing assignments, especially the one about the benefits of cows.
Here is Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau's Nowruz message:
!به این میگن تبریک نوروز مثل آدم
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Nowruz:
“Today, we join Persian, Central Asian, Kurdish, and Ismaili Canadians to celebrate the festival of Nowruz.
“This ancient festival has been observed for thousands of years to welcome the coming of spring and the New Year in the Persian calendar. It is a time for friends and family to join together at the haft-seen table – displaying seven items symbolizing the blessings of life – to exchange gifts, enjoy music, and share food. Nowruz, which means new day in Farsi, is also an opportunity to renew our collective commitment to harmony, acceptance, and understanding.
“This year, as we celebrate the 150th anniversary of Confederation, I invite all Canadians to honour the many cultures, traditions, and beliefs that make Canada the vibrant and inclusive place it is today. Let us take this time to recognize and celebrate the contributions of Persian, Central Asian, Kurdish, and Ismaili Canadians across the country.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, Sophie and I wish a healthy and prosperous new year to all those celebrating Nowruz in Canada and around the world.
“Har Ruz etan Nowrouz, Nowruz etan Pyrouz.”
It's Norooz, or Noerooz... The sound of that W is utterly foreign to my ears...
The White House spokesman Sean Spicer said this morning that a Norooz statement by Trump will be forthcoming.
O, Oh, Trita finally climbed the White House fence and is now inside!