President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people and the Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent heartfelt congratulations to the President of the Republic of the Philippines Ferdinand Romualdes Marcos and the people of the country on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations celebrated today, the Watan news program of the Turkmen television reported.
Noting that relations between our states are based on mutual respect, equality and mutual trust, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov emphasized Turkmenistan's interest in expanding bilateral ties and expressed confidence in the further development of interstate cooperation in the interests of both peoples through joint efforts.
Taking this pleasant opportunity, the head of Turkmenistan expressed his sincere wishes to President Ferdinand Romualdes Marcos for good health, happiness and well-being, and for the people of the Republic of the Philippines - further progress and prosperity.
Diplomatic relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of the Philippines were established on July 23, 1993.