The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, sent a congratulation message to the members of the Army of the Republic of Macedonia of Christian religion, on the occasion of Christ’s Resurrection - Easter:

As Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the Republic of Macedonia, I have the honor and pleasure, to all members of the Army of Christian religion, to congratulate the great holiday, the Resurrection of Christ - Easter.

The holiest holiday of all - Easter is a holiday of life and giving, of faith and commitment. Hence, faith, courage and dedication are features of the Macedonian soldier who diligently serves his country.

Let me emphasize in this message the importance of your professional engagement, proving that you are equally successfully trained to perform the primary mission of the Army of the Republic of Macedonia – to defend the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Macedonia, and to carry out missions abroad, thousands of kilometers away from your homeland, where the Macedonian peacekeepers proudly mount the Macedonian flag. With your full commitment to the assignments, often being at high risk, you have demonstrated courage and bravery, and thus gained high ratings and reputation internationally.

I would like to stress that the continuous support you provide for the state institutions, local self-governments, associations and other organizations in the Republic of Macedonia, showed that the Army is always present and serves its citizens.

I sincerely wish you good health, happiness and success.
Christ is Risen, indeed, He is Risen!

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov