The President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, in the wake of the Day of the Albanian Alphabet, November 22, received students from primary schools "Bratsvo Migjeni", Tetovo, "Dituria", Lipkovo, "25th May", Gazi Baba, and "Dituria", Saraj.

On the occasion of November 22nd, the Day of the Albanian Alphabet, the President of the Republic of Macedonia, Dr. Gjorge Ivanov, sent a congratulation message to the Albanian ethnical community.

Respected fellow citizens,

Marking the Day of the Albanian Alphabet in the Republic of Macedonia, we reaffirm our shared commitment to respect and promote ethnical and cultural diversity and the spiritual wealth in the country.

Alphabet and language are fundamental elements of national identification, cultural features and differences, as well as obligation for mutual understanding, tolerance and coexistence.
Albanian language is inseparable part of the linguistic and cultural heritage of the Republic of Macedonia. Nurturing the tradition and culture contributes for a prosperous future and welfare of all citizens. Respect of ethnical and cultural coexistence is our vow that we are proud of. In the Republic of Macedonia ethnic, national, religious and cultural differences are fostered. That is, indeed, the formula of the uniqueness and essence of the universal values that we are building with centuries and are pillar of the future.

Creating shared future is possible only by respecting and understanding diversity. Therefore, we are proud of the ethnic and linguistic diversity. Therefore, celebrating the Day of the Albanian Alphabet we celebrate the unification and approximation of the two cultures that have lived together for centuries.

On this occasion, I address all citizens of the Republic of Macedonia that the model of the future starts with respect of all communities in the country, with strengthening and promotion of the interpersonal relations, tolerance and coexistence that make us stronger in dealing with the challenges and oblige us to respect diversity and meaning of the language and tradition.

Dr. Gjorge Ivanov