The leading role that Greece plays in promoting peace and prosperity from the Eastern Mediterranean to the Black Sea region and the Western Balkans is noted by Joe Biden in the declaration he signs for the Day of Greek Independence. In his message, the US President referred to the latest achievements of Greek-American relations, saying that the updating of the Mutual Defense Cooperation Agreement (MDCA) will strengthen Greek-American cooperation in the field of defense and security in the coming years. At the same time, President Biden expresses his gratitude for the continued hospitality of Greece in the Naval Support Activities of the US Navy in the Gulf of Souda in Crete.