Sergey Lavrov, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation congratulated Daur Kove, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Abkhazia on his birthday.

In particular, it is said:

"Accept please sincere congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of Birthday!

I note with satisfaction the constructive nature of close cooperation between the diplomatic departments of our countries. I am confident that the relations of alliance and strategic partnership between Russia and Abkhazia will further develop for the benefit of both peoples, in the interests of strengthening of regional stability and security.

I wish you strong health, prosperity and new successes in responsible foreign policy work ".