Italian President Sergio Mattarella has sent a congratulatory message to President Armen Sarkissian on the occasion of Armenia's Independence Day anniversary. This was reported by the public relations department of the office of the Armenian President.

The message says, in particular, that the relations between Yerevan and Rome are ancient and deep, but at the same time, they are focused on the future. As per the Italian president, these relations are reflected in their fruitful cooperation, from which the two countries are obligated to take full advantage of the important opportunities.

In this regard, as per Mattarella, solidarity remains a priority.

Also, the Italian president expressed the hope that with the support of the European Union, it will be possible to look to the future with new confidence and to the path to development and prosperity.