Washington, DC - Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson: "On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I wish people around the world good health, peace, and prosperity on the occasion of the Lunar New Year on February 16, 2018.

"Let us endeavor to continue to foster closer cooperation, promote greater understanding, and build a better world for each other and for our children.

"We hope that the Year of the Dog will bring even greater success and opportunity for all."