President of the Nagorno-Karabakh Republic (NKR; Artsakh), Bako Sahakyan, on Wednesday issued a congratulatory address on Day of the Artsakh Republic.
“Dear compatriots:
“On behalf of the authorities and myself in person, I cordially congratulate you on the Day of the Artsakh Republic, a holiday of special significance in the life of our nation.
“With the birth of the Artsakh Republic on September 2, 1991, the Armenian people had two free and independent states, the centuries-old cherished vision, which had faced numerous challenges before reaching the current time, became a reality.
“It was a common human aspiration to live on one’s own land with the right of mastering our own destiny, which is inherent to every nation.
“We, consolidating and joining our efforts, defended our national dignity and future in the battlefield, and are building a democratic state, with the unshakable eagerness to become a full member of the international community.
“It is a challenging and honorable path which we pass hand in hand with our sisters and brothers from Armenia and the Diaspora. Together we will implement numerous projects and definitely attain the fulfillment of national objectives.
“Dear compatriots:
“I congratulate you once again on this significant public holiday, and wish peace and prosperity to your families and our precious and cherished Artsakh Republic,” reads the message by the NKR President.
