President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon sent a telegram of greetings to President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, which reads, in particular:
"Dear Gurbanguly Myalikgulievich,
I heartily congratulate you and through you the Turkmen people on the anniversary of the national holiday of Turkmenistan.
Tajikistan cherishes and attaches great importance to the warm, friendly and meaningful bilateral relations between our countries. Cooperation with Turkmenistan today is a priority in the foreign policy strategy of the Republic of Tajikistan.
Tajik-Turkmen relations, through our joint efforts, are characterized today by dynamic development of bilateral and multilateral formats. Serious legal basis has been created for increased cooperation in all key areas.
I am convinced that together we will fully realize this potential and achieve the set positive goals for a peaceful and happy future of our countries and the region as a whole. I assure you that for our part we will make every effort to ensure that the Tajik-Turkmen relations be developed and strengthened for the benefit of our peoples.
Taking advantage of this momentous event, I wish you, dear Gurbanguly Myalikgulievich, good health, happiness and success in your work, and the brotherly people of Turkmenistan - peace and prosperity".