Russian President Vladimir Putin sent a congratulatory message to his Armenian counterpart Armen Sarkissian on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia.

The message reads, in part: “I cordially congratulate you on the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia. I am pleased to state the friendly nature of our relations of allied partnership, as well as the high level of bilateral cooperation in trade and economic, scientific-technical, humanitarian and other spheres.

I am convinced that the expansion of the whole spectrum of Russian-Armenian partnership stems from the fundamental interests of our fraternal peoples and is mean to promote stability and security in the region.

I sincerely wish you robust health and every success, as well as peace and prosperity to Armenian citizens.”