Today, the Founder of Peace and National Unity, Leader of the Nation, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent a congratulatory message to the President-elect of the Republic of Armenia Vahagn Khachaturian.

The message reads in part:

«Dear Vahagn Khachaturian,

It gives me great pleasure to convey to you my sincere congratulations on the occasion of your election as the President of the Republic of Armenia.

Tajikistan and Armenia are bound by long traditions of friendship, mutual understanding, and constructive cooperation.

I am confident that the relations between our countries will continue to expand and cover new areas of cooperation. I am ready to put the necessary effort in this direction together with you.

Taking this opportunity, I wish you, dear Vahagn Garnikovich, good health and every success in your responsible state activities, while to the friendly people of Armenia — peace, prosperity and well-being. «