US President Joe Biden has congratulated Serbia on the upcoming statehood day, highlighting the need for reforms and recognition of Kosovo's independence. 

Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic, in turn, said that Belgrade's position on the recognition of Kosovo is clear.

The congratulation was published Sunday by the press service of the Serbian presidential administration, TASS reported.

Biden also noted that the United States remains long-term committed to promoting economic cooperation, regional stability, and democratic values between the countries.

The US president also recalled the alliance between Washington and Belgrade in the World War I and II, as well as cooperation in the COVID-19 fight, pointing to the deepening of friendly ties between the two countries.