Hero of Turkmenistan and the Russian Federation, instructor-cosmonaut-tester and commander of the cosmonaut corps of the State Corporation for Space Activities “Roscosmos” Oleg Kononenko sent a congratulatory message in honor of Turkmenistan’s Independence Day. In his address, he noted the importance of the Halk Maslahaty as a key pillar of Turkmen statehood and a guarantor of independence, peace and stability in the country, TDH reports.
Kononenko emphasized that peacefulness, foresight and responsibility are the hallmarks of the Halk Maslahaty. He also expressed pride in Turkmenistan’s achievements in various fields, including economics, science, education and sports, as well as the country’s high authority on the world stage. The cosmonaut paid special attention to Turkmenistan’s successes in the space sector, which put the country among the developed technological powers.
In conclusion of his congratulations, Oleg Kononenko thanked the President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov and the National Leader of the Turkmen people Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov for their support and attention to his professional activities. He also congratulated on the successful holding of the Halk Maslakhaty and wished all delegates of the meeting good health and great success, and prosperity and a peaceful sky to Turkmenistan.
