President Pranab Mukherjee on Friday extended his greetings and felicitations to the government and people of Ethiopia on their National Day on May 28.
In a message to Ethiopia's President Mulatu Teshome, Mukherjee said: "It gives me great pleasure to convey to you and to the people of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, warm greetings and felicitations on the occasion of your National Day."
Mukherjee said India and Ethiopia share cordial bilateral ties marked by our enhanced engagement in areas of common interest, and hoped that the bilateral cooperation between the two countries will further strengthen.
"I take this opportunity to extend my best wishes for your personal well-being and for the continued progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Ethiopia," the president said.
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