The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, on the occasion of the national holiday October 23rd, the Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle, sent congratulation message to the citizens of the Republic of Macedonia.

Respected citizens,
Today, with particular piety and great joy we celebrate the Day of the Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle, marking the 119th anniversary of the establishment of the Macedonian revolutionary organization which launched the organized fight of the Macedonian people for freedom and creation of independent state.

The establishment of the revolutionary organization was inspired by the libertarian ideals of the entire nation, which included people from different social strata, with different religious and ethnic backgrounds and with different political ideologies. Their common goal - political and social freedom for Macedonia was the vision uniting the entire citizenry.

Macedonian revolutionary struggle resulted in many sacrifices, steadfastness and heroism left in covenant to us, the current Macedonian citizens and future generations. Today, when we enjoy the fruits of the revolutionary struggle in a free and independent Republic of Macedonia, we have a shared goal to continue on the path of development and progress, creating a modern and prosperous state.

United, we continue forward!
Congratulations on the Holiday!

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov