On the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan received congratulatory messages from the Presidents and Prime Ministers of a number of foreign countries.

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The congratulatory message of the President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov reads as follows,

‘’Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

I send my heartfelt congratulations to you and the people of your country and my best wishes on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.

During the years of independence, your country has achieved significant achievements in the political, social and economic spheres, as well as in ensuring the well-being of its citizens.

We are sincerely happy for the achievements of the Republic of Armenia and attach great importance to the further strengthening of comprehensive cooperation between our countries. I am convinced that the high level of cooperation and mutual understanding between our friendly countries will serve as a solid basis for the progressive development and deepening of the Armenian-Turkmen bilateral relations.

Taking this joyous opportunity, I sincerely wish you good health and happiness, and peace, progress and prosperity to the friendly people of Armenia’’.

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister of Kazakhstan Askar Mamin reads as follows,

"Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Armenia - Independence Day.

For Kazakhstan, Armenia is a reliable partner in the Caucasus region, with which cooperation is successfully developing in bilateral and multilateral dimensions.

The successful cooperation between our Governments within the framework of the Eurasian Economic Union contributes to the further development of Eurasian integration.

Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

Taking the opportunity, I wish you good health, family well-being and further success in your responsible state activities, and peace and prosperity to the friendly people of Armenia’’.

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister of Belarus Roman Golovchenko reads as follows,

"Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia.

Friendly Armenia is developing confidently for strengthening its sovereignty and ensuring sustainable socio-economic growth.

I am convinced that the mutual commitment of the governments of our countries to constructive cooperation will continue to contribute to the activation of the Armenian-Belarusian relations, the enrichment of the bilateral business partnership with promising joint projects.

I am convinced that the mutual commitment of the Governments of our countries to constructive cooperation will continue to contribute to the activation of the Armenian-Belarusian relations and the enrichment of the bilateral business partnership with promising joint projects.

Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

I wish you good health, success in your responsible state position, as well as implementation of all the planned programs and initiatives. "

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Pham Minh Chinh reads as follows,

‘’ On behalf of the Government of Vietnam and on my own behalf, I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Armenia.

We are pleased to see that, under your and the Government's leadership, society - economy of Armenia has continued to develop, people's living standards have been continuously improving.

Vietnam always looks forward to maintaining and further developing the traditional friendship and multifaceted cooperation with the Republic of Armenia, especially in term of economy, trade and investments.

On this occasion, please, accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.

On the basis of the effective implementation of Free Trade Agreement between Vietnam and Eurasian Economic Union, I believe that our two countries will have a basis to further boost bilateral turnover, exploit and promote the potentials of cooperation, serving the economic development and modernization in each country, meeting the demands and interests of both sides.

I am confident that, with the efforts of the Governments and peoples of the two countries, we will achieve a lot of practical results, towards the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries’’.

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister Lithuania Ingrida Šimonytė states,

‘’Dear Prime Minister,

On behalf of the Government of Lithuania, allow me to extend my sincere greetings on the 30th Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia. Being proud that my country has been the first to recognize Armenia’s independence 30 years ago, I commend the progress your country and people have made, and especially the democratic achievements of the last few years. I am confident that challenges are there to be overcome, and that the Armenian nation will find strength, wisdom and unity to sovereign, democratic and prosperous future.

I am glad to see that the close cooperation in fighting the Covid-19 pandemic has only strengthened partnership between our countries. Lithuania remains a staunch supporter of strengthening Armenia’s ties with the rest of Europe, and I hope that the successful implementation of the CEPA between EU and Armenia will provide further impetus in that direction’’.

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister of Czech Republic Andrej Babiš reads as follows,

‘’Excellency,

I have the honor and pleasure to convey to you my cordial congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Armenia – the Independence Day.

The Czech Republic considers Armenia very important partner and I am convinced that with common efforts the friendly relations and good cooperation existing between our two countries will be further strengthened for the benefit of our peoples.

I highly appreciate your peace and reform efforts. I believe that Armenia will continue to pursue the reform path and I am convinced the cooperation within the Eastern Partnership including the implementation of the Comprehensive and Enhanced Partnership Agreement between Armenia and the European Union will further contribute to this effort.

I firmly believe that the future will bring lasting peace and stability to your country, as well as the whole South Caucasus region. In this context, I would like to confirm the Czech Republic’s support for the efforts of the OSCE Minsk Group Co-chairs.

Please, accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration and wishes for every success in your demanding work’’.

The congratulatory message of Prime Minister of Romania Florin Cîțu reads as follows,

‘’Dear Mr. Prime Minister,

On behalf of the Government of Romania, and on my own behalf, I would like to convey to you congratulations on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, wishing you and the Armenian people health and well-being. I am confident that the partnership between our Governments will continue to strengthen, fostering cooperation in new areas. In this regard, I suggest considering the possibility of organizing a new session of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on Economic and Scientific-Technical Cooperation.

At the same time, I assure you that Romania will support the deepening of cooperation between the European Union and the Republic of Armenia for the sake of regional development and stability.

Please accept, Mr. Prime Minister, the assurances of my highest consideration’’.

The congratulatory message of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Serbia Ana Brnabić reads,

‘’Dear Prime Minister,

On behalf of the Government of the Republic of Serbia, and on my own behalf, I cordially congratulate you on Independence Day.

I am confident that from now on we will continue to work even harder and more intensive to deepen cooperation between our traditionally close and friendly countries and peoples, as well as the continuation of high and top level dialogue will have a particularly positive impact on the development prospects of bilateral economic relations between the Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Armenia’’.

The congratulatory message of the Prime Minister of the Republic of Bulgaria Stefan Yanev reads as follows,

‘’Your Excellency,

Please accept my heartfelt congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia.

I would like to take the opportunity of the 30th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia to emphasize the potential of deepening cooperation between our two countries in areas of mutual interest, based on historical, spiritual and cultural ties.

I assure you that in the person of the Republic of Bulgaria, you have a reliable partner who will continue to support the reforms implementation by your Government, aimed at strengthening the principles of democracy, the rule of law, as well as the foreign policy of the country in the direction of rapprochement with the EU.

Wishing you health and success in the implementation of your responsible activities for the benefit of the Republic of Armenia and the Armenian people, please accept, dear Mr. Prime Minister, the assurance of my highest consideration’’.

The congratulatory message of CSTO Secretary General Stanislav Zas reads as follows,

‘’Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

Accept the most sincere and warm congratulations on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia.

The years following the gaining of independence were marked by the solution of the socio-economic development issues of the state and the promotion of national interests in the international arena. I am sure that the reforms launched under your leadership will lead to a qualitatively new stage of state development.

We highly appreciate your unwavering support for the steps taken to increase the efficiency of our Organization.

I am convinced that during the chairmanship of the Republic of Armenia in the CSTO, the development of our Organization will receive a new impetus.

Dear Nikol Vovaevich,

I wish you good health, welfare and success, and peace and prosperity to the Armenian people’’.