YEREVAN. – President of Russia Vladimir Putin congratulated his Armenian counterpart Serzh Sargsyan on the 24th anniversary of Armenia's Independence Day.

In his message, Putin noted that Armenia-Russia relations based on traditionally friendly ties are developing in many areas.

President Putin hailed Armenian partners' aspiration to further strengthen bilateral ties as well as relations within the framework of CIS, CSTO and Eurasian Union.

Mr. Putin confirmed Russian side's readiness to help Armenia in finding solution to key social-economic problems and n further building the entire complex of allied relations and constructive cooperation in regional affairs. President is confident that thanks to the joint efforts the sides will ensure development of constructive cooperation.

The Russian leader wished peace and prosperity to all citizens of Armenia.