Ukrainian President Viktor Yanukovych sent a congratulatory message to Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan on the occasion of Armenia’s Independence Day.

The message, specifically, reads: “On behalf of the Ukrainian people and myself, I congratulate you on Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia. Ukraine estimates highly your country’s achievements in implementation of public, political, social and economic reforms, strengthening of positions at the international arena. I strongly believe that the close multilateral ties between Ukraine and the Republic of Armenia will continue developing in the spirit of partnership, trust and constructive dialogue for the good of the two countries’ peoples. I wish you and your family happiness, health and welfare, as well as peace, stability and prosperity to the Armenian people.”