"Dear Vladimir Vladimirovich,

I cordially congratulate you on your confident victory in the presidential election.

The results of this election are yet another vivid confirmation of your high political authority and the broad support of Russian society for your state course to ensure sustainable social and economic development of the country and strengthen its international positions.

We attach great importance to the steady development of Tajik-Russian strategic partnership and allied co-operation.

We highly appreciate your significant contribution to strengthening the entire range of relations between our states.

I am ready to continue joint efforts with you aimed at bringing the multifaceted co-operation between the two countries to new heights for the benefit of our peoples.

I sincerely wish you, distinguished Vladimir Vladimirovich, good health and new great successes in implementing your plans for the well-being and prosperity of brotherly Russia".