Distinguished Mr. President,
It is a great pleasure, on the occasion of 9th of May, Europe Day, on behalf of the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia, as well as on my personal behalf, to extend cordial greetings and sincere wishes for prosperity of the European Union and our common home – Europe.

As we mark the 20th anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of the European Union, I believe that we need to remember the pledges engraved in the historic Maastricht Treaty. Two decades ago, the European leadership confirmed its “attachment to the principles of liberty, democracy and respect for human rights and fundamental freedoms and of the rule of law”, while at the same time “desiring to deepen the solidarity between their peoples while respecting their history, their culture and their traditions”. Over the past decades, these ideals have brought peace, hope and unity to our continent, to the region of South Eastern Europe and to the Republic of Macedonia and its multi-ethnic, multi-religious and multi-linguistic society.

Bearing in mind the power of European idea to pacify and unify, I avail myself of this solemn occasion to express our gratitude for the support and guidance the European Union has given the Republic of Macedonia on its path towards European integration. “This Europe remains open to all nations. We profoundly hope that other nations will join us in our common endeavor,” reads the Europe Declaration signed by the founding fathers of United Europe in 1951. I want to assure you Mr. President that, despite numerous and unjust setbacks, Macedonian citizens remain committed to attaining the dream of becoming a member of the progressive European family of Nations. I look forward to see the day when my country becomes a full-fledged member of the European Union, with shared rights and responsibilities. I strongly hope that in the forthcoming period we can begin the negotiations for membership in the European Union. In this process we do not seek privileges, but the same criteria that applied for other member-states of the Union. This would certainly benefit not only my country, but the region and Europe as a whole.

With such a conviction and with most sincere wishes for future professional successes, good health and personal happiness, I convey to you the assurances of my highest consideration.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov

The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov sent a congratulation letter to the newly elected President of the French Republic, Francois Holland:

Distinguished Mr. Holland,
It is my distinct honor and pleasure, on my personal behalf and on behalf of the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia, to extend my most sincere congratulations on your election as President of the French Republic. I am also conveying sincere wishes for success in the execution of this high and responsible function, good health and personal happiness.

I avail myself of this solemn occasion to express my satisfaction with the current improvement of the relations which are being developed and built in the spirit of shared commitment to democratic, stable, united and prosperous Europe. At the same time, I would like to express my belief that with joint efforts we will be able to contribute to further promotion of friendly relations between our countries in all areas of mutual interest, both at bilateral and multilateral level.

I want to assure you, Mr. President, that the Republic of Macedonia and its citizens remain committed to fulfilling the centuries-old dream of European and Euro-Atlantic Macedonia. The rightfulness of our desires and efforts was confirmed with the judgment of the International Court of Justice of December 5, 2011, which provides for a new legal dimension and requires a new approach by all NATO member states. I hope we will have your support and the support of the French Republic in our efforts to unblock the European and Euro-Atlantic integration of the Republic of Macedonia. I sincerely hope for your support in the upcoming crucial period, especially before and during the NATO Summit in Chicago, and the upcoming European Council meeting.

With such conviction, I am conveying assurances of my highest consideration.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov

The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov sent a congratulation letter to Vladimir Putin, the new president of the Russian Federation on assuming office:

Distinguished Mr. President,
It is my honor and pleasure to extend my sincere congratulations to you for assuming the office President of the Russian Federation. At the same time allow me to extend sincere wishes for success in the execution of this high and responsible function, good health and personal happiness.

I avail myself of this solemn occasion to express my satisfaction with the high level of traditionally friendly relations between the Republic of Macedonia and the Russian Federation. I believe you will agree with the assessment that for a longer period there has been a positive dynamics in the relations between our two countries. Political dialogue at high and highest level is a guarantee for further development and deepening of the fruitful cooperation in all spheres of mutual interest, particularly in the field of economy, energy, culture, science and education. I expect this cooperation and achieved level of political relations with mutual commitment to continue in the period ahead.

With such conviction and sincere wishes for your future successful work, good health and personal happiness, I am conveying assurances of my highest consideration.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov

The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, sent a congratulation message to the Polish President, Bronislaw Komorowski, on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Poland:

It is my distinct honor and pleasure, on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Poland, on my personal behalf and on behalf of the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia, to extend my cordial greetings and sincere wishes for further advancement of your country and prosperity of the friendly Polish people.

I avail myself of this solemn occasion to express my conviction that the relations and cooperation between our two countries will be marked by even stronger intensity in all spheres of mutual interest.

The Republic of Macedonia and its citizens highly appreciate the support of the Republic of Poland for our efforts to become fully integrated into the European and Euro-Atlantic structures. Considering the joint commitments and visions of a united, democratic and prosperous Europe, I am convinced that the support from the Republic of Poland will continue in the period ahead, particularly before and during the NATO Summit in Chicago, and the upcoming meetings of the European Council.

Mr. President, hoping that soon we will have the opportunity to meet again, I am conveying to you the assurances of my highest consideration.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov