"In Turkmenistan, we attach special importance to the steady development of relations with Russia," President Serdar Berdimuhamedov noted in a congratulatory message to the Head of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin and the people of the friendly country on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the Turkmen-Russian diplomatic relations establishment. Today, the text of the congratulatory letter has been published on the website of the State Information Agency of Turkmenistan.

The President of Turkmenistan stated that positive experience of cooperation was accumulated and good results were achieved in almost all areas over the years of interaction.

"Our countries successfully cooperate not only in a bilateral format, but also within the international establishments, as evidenced by mutual support for international initiatives and proposals put forward within the framework of reputable organizations of global and regional scale," the message reads.

Noting the dynamic development of the Turkmen-Russian trade and economic ties, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov spoke out for the need to continue promoting direct contacts between business circles, as well as increasing the interaction of government establishments in order to fully unlock the existing potential.

Stressing that centuries-old historical and humanitarian ties were developed with the Russian Federation, the Turkmen-Russian cooperation in cultural, scientific and educational areas is successfully expanding and strengthening, the Head of state confirmed his readiness to further promote enhancement and development of strategic partnership meeting the long-term interests of the two peoples.

At the end of his message, President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov wished the Head of the Russian Federation Vladimir Putin good health, happiness and new success in work, and further progress and prosperity to the friendly people of Russia.

Diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Russian Federation were established on April 8, 1992.