February 18, 2012 - 12:49 AMT
NKR President congratulates philanthropist Vahakn Hovnanian on birthday

President of Artsakh Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory letter to entrepreneur and philanthropist, president of Hovnanian International Ltd., Vahakn Hovnanian on his 80th birthday.

“I cordially congratulate you on a glorious jubilee - your 80th birthday. Your tireless activity directed to the development and prosperity of the motherland, well-being of the native people, development of the national culture and education is rated high in Artsakh. You have a great contribution to preservation of the Armenian national identity and the Armenian language, strengthening faith in the Diaspora. I am sure that your patriotic figure will be an encouraging and glaring example for many generations.

I wish you peace, good health, long life, strength and vital energy. May all your patriotic plans and undertakings succeed for the glory of our homeland and nation,” the message says, the central information department of Artsakh President Office reported.