YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 2, ARMENPRESS. On 2 September Artsakh Republic President Bako Sahakyan sent a congratulatory message to the President of Pridnestroviаn Moldavian Republic Yevgeny Shevchuk.

“Armenpress” was informed from the Central Information Department of the Office to Artsakh President that the message runs as follows:

"On behalf of people, authorities of the Artsakh Republic and personally myself I cordially congratulate You and the entire fraternal people of the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic on the 25th anniversary of independence. 
The year of 1990 became a focal point in the history of Prindestrovie. The country embarked on the path of building an independent state. It was a difficult and thorny path, but the people of Prindestrovie heroically faced and overcame all the challenges, scored brilliant victories, established the state, serving as a brilliant example of self-devotion and patriotism. 
Respected Mr. President, I once again congratulate You and all the people of Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic on this great holiday.
Peace, prosperity, future success and achievements to fraternal Prindestrovie! "