President of the Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić attended today a reception at the Embassy of the Russian Federation on the occasion of Russia Day, where he handed over a congratulatory message to the President of the Russian Federation, Vladimir Putin, which, with wishes that he continues leading the country on the path of prosperity, reads as follows:

"The centuries-old tradition of fraternal relations between our countries, the intertwined destinies of our peoples and the values we share, represent a solid basis for further strengthening of the strategic partnership, based on mutual respect and trust. I remain personally committed to developing strong friendship and comprehensive cooperation between Serbia and Russia."

The friendship between the Serbian and Russian people is also characterised by mutual solidarity, which was confirmed during the ЦOVID-19 pandemic. Serbia will not forget Russia's generosity and selfless help in the fight against that modern challenge.

I will avail myself of this opportunity to once again express my gratitude to Russia and you personally for your active support of the state and national interests of Serbia and its peace policy, in favour of the stability of the region," reads the congratulatory message from President Vučić.

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