2006 Press Releases

President Bush Sends Greetings on the Occasions of Independence Day and Oraza Bayram

Oct. 20, 2006

U.S. President George W. Bush sent the following letters to the President of Turkmenistan Saparmyrat Niyazov, on the occasions of Turkmenistan's 15 th anniversary of independence and the Muslim holiday of the Oraza Bayram.

Washington , D.C.
October 19, 2006

Dear Mr. President:

On behalf of the people of the United States, please accept our sincere congratulations on the occasion of Turkmenistan’s 15 th anniversary of independence on October 27. The United States supports the people of Turkmenistan in achieving their full potential and enjoying the democratic stability and prosperity they deserve.

Sincerely,
George W. Bush

Dear Mr. President:

On behalf of the American people, I extend greetings to the people of Turkmenistan on the occasion of Oraza bayram. I hope that this special time for rejoicing and celebration will be a truly memorable occasion for the people of Turkmenistan.

It is my sincere wish that the relationship between our peoples will flourish in the coming years so they may enjoy the benefits of economic and political development.

Sincerely,
George W. Bush