In the message of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, the chairman of Halk Maslahati of the Milli Mejlis of Turkmenistan, on the occasion of the 33rd anniversary of the independence of the Republic of Armenia, reads as follows:
"Dear Nikol Vovayevich,
I heartily congratulate you and all the people of your country on the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia.
I am confident that the relations between Turkmenistan and Armenia based on sincerity, mutual respect and mutual understanding will continue to expand and strengthen.
Taking this pleasant opportunity, I wish you, dear Nikol Vovayevich, good health, happiness and success in your responsible activities."