President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent to the President of China Xi Jinping a message of congratulations on the occasion of the Chinese national holiday celebrating the 66th anniversary of the proclamation of the People's Republic of China, which reads, in particular:
"Dear Mr. President,
It gives me a great pleasure to send you and the friendly people of China warm greetings and best wishes on the occasion of the 66th anniversary of the proclamation of the People's Republic of China.
In the last decade, China has achieved a huge success in carrying out essential reforms in the economic, social and political life of the country, so, China has taken a worthy place on the world stage.
We appreciate the current level of multifaceted strategic cooperation with China which in recent years has gained a powerful impetus to further expand and deepen.
I am confident that the documents we have signed during my recent working visit to your beautiful country and the constructive efforts of the parties will give new impetus to the dynamic development of multifaceted cooperation.
I am convinced that together we can make a greater intensity and dynamism of mutually beneficial Tajik-Chinese cooperation that is in the fundamental interests of both peoples and states and is an important factor for peace in the region.
Taking this pleasant opportunity, I wish you Mr. President, good health, happiness and new achievements in your activities and the friendly people of China - peace and prosperity ".