President of the Republic of Tatarstan of the Russian Federation Rustam Minnikhanov addressed a congratulatory message to President Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov on the Occasion of the national holiday of the Turkmen horse, the information program "Watan" of the Turkmen television reported today.

"This celebration has gained wide popularity and international status. Horses of the Akhal-Teke breed have always been an adornment of Your ancient land and have earned a well-deserved fame all over the world. Today, Turkmenistan has created all conditions for the continuation and development of the glorious traditions of horse breeding and equestrian sports.

I am always happy to share the joy of this beautiful holiday with the fraternal Turkmen people. Unfortunately, this year I was not able to take a personal part in the celebrations in Ashgabat. Let me, on behalf of the residents of the Republic of Tatarstan, sincerely congratulate the fraternal Turkmen people and wish them progress and prosperity under Your wise leadership.

On this occasion, I would also like to Express deep appreciation for the personal attention to development of cooperation of Your country with Tatarstan, aimed at strengthening friendship and cooperation between the Russian Federation and Turkmenistan", – stated in the message of the head of Tatarstan of RF Rustam Minnikhanov.