On the Independence Day of the Republic of Armenia, Her Majesty The Queen Elizabeth II has extended a congratulatory message to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan.

The message reads: “It gives me great pleasure to send to Your Excellency my congratulations on the celebration of your National Day, particularly in the year in which Armenia celebrates the centenary of the establishment of the first Republic of Armenia, together with my best wishes for the good fortune and happiness of the people of Armenia in the coming year. At this time I reflect on the close historic ties between our countries, and look forward to our ongoing friendship and cooperation.”