President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people, the Government of Turkmenistan and on his own behalf, sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to the Acting Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Lebanon Najib Mikati and all the people of the country on the occasion of the 30^th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Lebanon.

Relations between our states are based on mutual respect, equality and mutual trust, the head of state noted, emphasizing that Turkmenistan is interested in expanding bilateral ties, and also expressed confidence that, thanks to joint efforts, cooperation between our countries will continue to develop in the interests of both peoples.

Taking this pleasant opportunity, the President of Turkmenistan expressed his wishes to Najib Mikati for good health, happiness and well-being, and for the people of the Republic of Lebanon - further progress and prosperity.