Inal Ardzinba, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia sent a congratulatory note to Sergei Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation on the state holiday - National Unity Day.

It is noted:

Sincere love for the Motherland, responsibility for the fate of the Fatherland, solidarity at all times are the qualities inherent in the multinational Russian people. Today, these unshakable values, which are the fundamental foundations of Russian society, are of particular importance.

Taking this pleasant opportunity, I would like to note the constructive cooperation between the foreign ministries of the Republic of Abkhazia and the Russian Federation and express hope for its further intensification.

On this significant day, we renew the assurances of our very high respect and wish peace, prosperity and well-being.