Congratulation message of the Pilot-Cosmonaut of the Russian Federation, Hero of Turkmenistan Oleg Kononenko has come to the address of President of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. “From all my heart, let me extend my congratulation on the coming New Year 2020! I am confident that the next year will be marked with great achievements and new working victories of Turkmenistan people under your wise leadership, which will bring the authority of independent and neutral Turkmenistan on higher level in the global arena. Undoubtedly, wide celebration of the 25th anniversary of the status of permanent neutrality of Turkmenistan, which is recognized on the world level, will be a remarkable event of 2020. This date is one of the most important and significant for Turkmen people and the country; it symbolizes a peace-loving and willingness of the state to equal cooperation. Principles and ideas of Turkmen neutrality are widely demanded in the world arena. They give string impulse to strengthening of peace, sustainable development and security on the Earth! Seeing off this year, each of us recollect the most important events, which will always remain in the memory. For me personally, it was award of the title of the Hero of Turkmenistan and the Medal of Altyn Ay. This high award is a symbol of my unbreakable connection with my Motherland where I have spent my childhood and youth. Being a native of ancient and wonderful Turkmen land, I have special feelings to Turkmen people – sincere, transparent, friendly and very hospitable nation. Sincerely, I feel joy and pride with great achievements of Turkmenistan citizens, which are directly related to your government and international activity. Dear Mr. President! Taking this pleasant opportunity, I would like t extend my congratulation to you and through you to the people of the country on coming New Year and to express my sincere respect and best wishes of health and success in your activity for the sake of peace and prosperity of neutral Turkmenistan! Let 2020 be the year of stability, peace and prosperity! Happy New Year!’, - the message says.