President Serzh Sargsyan receives congratulatory messages on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of Armenia's independence

On the occasion of the 26th anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia, President Serzh Sargsyan receives congratulatory messages from the heads of foreign States, international organizations, State and public figures, representatives of the clergy, individuals.

A congratulatory message has been sent by His Holiness Pope Francis on the occasion of the 26th anniversary of Armenia’s independence.

“Your Excellency, the national holiday of the Republic of Armenia gives me a chance to convey to you and your compatriots my heartfelt wishes of peace and prosperity. May God accompany and support your efforts to build a constantly consolidated and united society, inspiring hope for the younger generations. With this wish, I pray with the whole heart for the Divine blessing of Your Excellency, the leaders of the country and the entire Armenian nation,” the message of the Holy Pontiff of Rome reads.

President Serzh Sargsyan received a congratulatory message from President of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin on the occasion of the national holiday. The message runs as follows:

“Dear Serzh Azatovich,

I cordially congratulate you on the national holiday of the Republic of Armenia - Independence Day.

This year our countries are marking two significant jubilees, the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations and the 20th anniversary of signing the Friendship, Cooperation and Mutual Assistance Treaty.

Over the past few decades, we were able to advance the whole complex of bilateral relations. Effective cooperation is underway in the frame of the Eurasian Economic Union, CSTO and CIS.

I am confident that through joint effort we will further strengthen the bonds of allied partnership between Russia and Armenia. It goes in tune with the fundamental interests of the fraternal peoples of our countries, along the path of stability and security in the South Caucasian region.

Dear Serzh Azatovich, I sincerely wish you robust health, happiness and every success, as well as peace and prosperity – to all your compatriots.”

In connection with Armenia’s Independence Day, President of the United States of America Donald Trump sent a congratulatory message to President Serzh Sargsyan.

“Dear Mr. President,

On behalf of the government and people of the United Stated, I would like to congratulate you and the people of Armenia on the 26th anniversary of your national independence on September 21.

This year, we also celebrate the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations between our two countries. Since your independence, we have worked together to support Armenia’s democracy and economy in support of our shared interests. We are committed to continuing our support to Armenia as it implements new constitution and transition to a parliamentary system.

We look forward to expanding trade and investment ties that will benefit both our countries. We also commend Armenia’s contribution to international peacekeeping operations and participation in NATO and other multinational exercises, including the US-led Noble Partner exercise this past summer. We appreciate Armenia’s support for Syrian refugees.

Once again, I congratulate you and all Armenians on the progress you have made on democracy, security, and regional stability. Best wishes on this special day and for the year to come,” U.S. President Donald Trump said in his congratulatory letter.

President Serzh Sargsyan received a congratulatory message from French Republic President Emmanuel Macron.

“Mr. President,

I sincerely congratulate you and the entire Armenian nation on the National Holiday of the Republic of Armenia, and offer my best wishes for happiness and progress.

Armenia marks the 26th anniversary of its independence, and I realize the path, often full of hardships, that the Armenian people has traversed on their way to building a stable, democratic and prosperous State. I wish you could follow up your achievements in the coming years.

I would like to assure you that France will always be with Armenia to help address key challenges ahead. In this regard, I am especially delighted to see the upcoming signing of a framework agreement between Armenia and the European Union, which France used to appeal for.

Let me finally reaffirm my commitment that France fully assumes its mission as an OSCE Minsk Group co-chair to find a lasting and negotiated solution to the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.

Please accept, Mr. President, the assurances of my deep respect,” the President of the French Republic said in his congratulatory message.

President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China sent a congratulatory message to President Serzh Sargsyan on the occasion of Independence Day.

”Excellency,

On the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, on behalf of the Government and the people of the People’s Republic of China and on my own behalf, I extend to the friendly people Armenia in your person I cordially congratulate you and the friendly people of the Republic of Armenia with heartfelt congratulations and best wishes.

On the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, on behalf of the Government and the people of the People’s Republic of China and on my own behalf, I extend cordial congratulations and best wishes to you and, in your person, to the friendly people of the Republic of Armenia.

Under your leadership, political stability is maintained in Armenia, which promotes the national economy and continuously boosts the population’s welfare. The Chinese side is sincerely happy with Armenia’s economic and social achievements.

I attach great importance to the development of China-Armenia relations and stand ready to jointly implement the One-Zone, One-Way Initiative and make further efforts to ensure that bilateral relations and cooperation in all areas achieve new progress for the benefit of our countries and peoples.

I wish prosperity to the Republic of Armenia, and happiness – to its people.

I wish you good health and all the best,” the Chinese President’s congratulatory message reads.

“It gives me great pleasure to send Your Excellency my congratulations on the celebration of your National Day, together with my best wishes for the happiness of the people of Armenia in the coming year,” Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II of the Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland said in her congratulatory message.

“On September 21, the Republic of Armenia celebrates the anniversary of the proclamation of independence. On this special day, I convey warmest wishes to you and your fellow countrymen on behalf of my compatriots and myself.

This year is special for the Armenian-German relations: 25 years ago, our two countries established diplomatic relations. Since that time, a close cooperation based on mutual trust has been developing, which we can further deepen.

Germany welcomes the completion of the talks on a new comprehensive partnership agreement between Armenia and the European Union and will continue to back Armenia on the way to integration into the Euro-Atlantic community.

I wish robust health for you personally, and a peaceful, free and prosperous future for the Republic of Armenia,” the congratulatory message of President of the Federal Republic of Germany Frank-Walter Steinmeier reads.

President of Artsakh Republic Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory message to President Serzh Sargsyan on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia.

“Your Excellency, Mr. Sargsyan,

On behalf of the Artsakh Republic people, the authorities and myself personally I extend heartfelt congratulations to You on the 26th anniversary of Independence of the Republic of Armenia.

This is а pan-Armenian holiday, a holiday for each Armenian living in Armenia, Artsakh or the Diaspora. Seeing their Homeland powerful, flourishing and prosperous is the cherished dream and pride of the entire Armenian people wherever they are.

The Armenian nation has always struggled for its statehood, for living freely and independently on their native soil, for defending their rights, protecting their homes and families, a sacred struggle which was crowned with victory in 1991.

We are more than confident that from now on like in all these years our people will pursue the path towards the realization of their dreams, continuously strengthening the Armenian statehood, solving nationwide issues, developing of the Republic of Armenia on sustainable and progressive basis. Our people will do it together, with a united will and determination.

Your Excellency, Mr. President,

Accept once again our congratulations with wishes of peace, welfare and great success to the further glory of Mother Armenia and the Armenian nation,” Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyam’s congratulatory message runs.

President Serzh Sargsyan received congratulations from Emperor of Japan Akihito, President of Brazil Michel Temer, President of Austria Alexander Van der Bellen, King of Belgium Philippe, King of Sweden Carl XVI Gustaf, President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind, President of Singapore Halimah Yacob, Governor-General of the Australian Union Sir Peter Cosgrove, President of the Kyrgyz Republic Almazbek Atambayev, President of Poland Andrzej Duda, President of Romania Klaus Iohannis, President of Belarus Alexander Lukashenko, President of Croatia Kolinda Grabar-Kitarovic՛, Prime Minister of Georgia Giorgi Kvirikashvili, President of Italy Sergio Matterella, President of the Mexican United States Enrique Peña Nieto, President of Bulgaria Rumen Radev, King of Saudi Arabia Salman bin Abdull aziz Al Saud, Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia Muhammad bin Salman, President of the Syrian Arab Republic Bashar al-Assad, President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev, President of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam Tran Dai Quang, King of Morocco Mohammed VI, President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdymuhammedov, President of the Republic of Moldova Igor Dodon, Czech Republic President Miloš Zeman.

President Serzh Sargsyan keeps receiving congratulations on Armenia’s Independence Day.