The head of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of South Ossetia, Akhsar Dzhioev, sent a congratulatory message to Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants of the Syrian Arab Republic, Faisal al-Mikdad, on the occasion of the Independence Day of the Syrian Arab Republic.
"April 17, 1946 is a symbol of national unity and fortitude of the courageous freedom-loving Syrian people, who confidently entered on this day in the era of building the independent sovereign state.
Despite the difficulties and challenges of the current historical stage, the Syrian Arab Republic confidently continues to strengthen state institutions, demonstrating its commitment to a just world order, constructive international cooperation and the progressive development of creative processes in the ancient beautiful land of Syria," the congratulation says.
The Minister has noted that people of Ossetia will always remember with gratitude the invaluable support that Syria provided to South Ossetia, recognizing its sovereignty and independence.
"I am convinced that the deepening and expansion of the traditionally close and fruitful interaction between the foreign ministries of our countries will continue to contribute to the development and strengthening of allied and friendly relations between our states and peoples," the Foreign Minister said.