DUSHANBE, 19.02.2022 (NIAT Khovar) – Today, the Founder of Peace and National Unity — Leader of the Nation, President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and President of the United States of America Joseph Biden exchanged congratulatory telegrams on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Congratulatory telegram of the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon addressed to the President of the United States of America Joseph Biden reads as follows:

“Your Excellency,

Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of a significant date in the history of relations between the Republic of Tajikistan and the United States of America — the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our countries.

Tajikistan today considers the United States of America, which was one of the first to recognize the independence and sovereignty of our state, as its important partner in the international arena.

Expressing satisfaction with the process of developing and strengthening the relations of friendship and comprehensive cooperation between our countries, which cover various areas of mutual interests, including political, economic, humanitarian, social aspects, and the security sphere, we favorably assess their prospects.

We are ready to continue to take joint measures at various levels in order to consistently develop and deepen the multifaceted relations between the two countries and enrich them with new practical content.

With best wishes, I wish Mr. President good health, happiness and every success, and further progress and prosperity to the friendly people of the United States of America.”

Congratulatory telegram of the President of the United States of America Joseph Biden to the President of the Republic of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon reads in particular:

“Dear Mr. President,

I send my warmest wishes to you and the people of Tajikistan on the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the United States and the Republic of Tajikistan.

We have worked together to face regional and global challenges throughout these 30 years. With continued collaboration, we will further advance our shared security objectives, including effective partnership in fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, as well cooperation on economic development, health, education, climate and energy, rule of law, security, and people-to-people ties. Our partnership will support greater prosperity, security, and justice for our societies and the world.

The United States remains committed to the people of Tajikistan and your country’s sovereignty, independence, and territorial integrity.”