A National Leader of the Turkmen People, Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov sent sincere congratulations and best wishes to Chairman of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping on the occasion of his birthday. «We highly value your personal contribution to the strengthening of the bonds of centuries-old friendship and strategic partnership between Turkmenistan and the People's Republic of China», Hero-Arkadag emphasized in his message. Having noted that Turkmen-Chinese relations, based on trust, mutual respect and consideration of national interests, are a shining example of mutually beneficial strategic partnership on the international arena, the Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty of Turkmenistan expressed confidence that the ties between our countries will continue to be strengthened and expanded for the benefit of our peoples. Hero-Arkadag Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov wished the Chairman of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping good health, well-being and further success in his responsible state activities, and to the friendly people of the People's Republic of China — peace and prosperity.