STEPANAKERT. – Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR), or Artsakh, President Bako Sahakyan on Thursday sent a message to Hovik Abrahamyan, congratulating him on being elected Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly, office of the NKR President informed Armenian News-NEWS.am.

“Distinguished Mr. Abrahamyan:

Please accept my warm congratulations on being elected Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly.

I am confident that your knowledge, rich and long-term experience will continue to serve the continuous improvement of the legislative field, strengthen the Armenian statehood, and contribute to the patriotic mission of making Armenia and Artsakh more developed and prosperous.

I heartily wish you great health, happiness and great success in the high and responsible position of the Speaker of the Armenian National Assembly,” NKR President’s message runs.