Oleg Bartsits, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia, congratulated Vitaly Ignatiev, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic, on his birthday.

The message says, in particular:

"Your many years of service as head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic exemplify dedicated service to the interests of the state. Under your leadership, the Pridnestrovian diplomatic service has consistently and firmly defended the republic's national interests in truly challenging geopolitical conditions, while maintaining a constructive approach and openness to dialogue.

I would especially like to note your consistent work to develop and strengthen friendly relations between the Republic of Abkhazia and the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic. Thanks to your professional and personal qualities, our foreign policy ministries maintain a high level of cooperation in a spirit of brotherhood and alliance.

I am confident that the further development of cooperation between our states and foreign policy ministries will continue to serve the interests of the peoples of Abkhazia and Pridnestrovie and will contribute to strengthening traditionally friendly ties."

Oleg Bartsits wished Vitaly Ignatiev good health, prosperity, and continued success in his responsible public service.