Sargsyan and Putin exchange congratulations on 25th anniversary of establishing Armenia-Russia diplomatic ties

YEREVAN, APRIL 3, ARMENPRESS. President of Armenia Serzh Sargsyan and President of Russia Vladimir Putin exchanged congratulatory addresses on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic ties between Armenia and Russia, the President’s Office told ARMENPRESS.

President Sargsyan said in the letter:

“Dear Mr. Putin,

I sincerely congratulate you on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of establishing diplomatic relations between the Republic of Armenia and the Russian Federation.

In the history of the ages long relations of friendship, brotherhood and mutual assistance of Armenia and Russia, this significant event opened a new qualitative phase, established the foundation of allied strategic partnership between Armenia and Russia.

It is highly important that the policy of further strengthening bilateral cooperation is greatly supported by the societies of our countries, and the atmosphere of mutual understanding and trust in the meetings with you enables to make and realize decisions distinctive to true allied spirit.

Today, the relations between Armenia and Russia are on the highest level, they stand out with active political dialogue, effective coordination of actions in regional and international platforms, joint efforts for ensuring peace and security in the South Caucasian region.

We have made important decisions in the direction of advancing joint projects in the economy, humanitarian and other fields, inter-parliamentary and inter-regional ties are gaining momentum.

Russia and Armenia have solid contributions in strengthening cooperation in the Eurasian integration process, CSTO, CIS and in other multilateral structures.

All this undoubtedly inspires trust, that the comprehensive Armenian-Russian cooperation which has great potential, will continue to deepen in the future through our joint efforts, by encompassing new fields of fruitful partnership, which, without a doubt, is in line with the interests and desires of the peoples of Armenia and Russia.

Dear Mr. Putin, I sincerely wish you good health, successes in your activities, and to the brotherly people of Russia – welfare and prosperity”.