The message said:

I extend warm congratulations to you and the party, the government and the people of Syria on the occasion of the 47th anniversary of the March 8 Revolution in Syria.

After the revolution the Syrian people have made great progress in the work to defend the sovereignty and dignity of the country and build a modern Syria under the leadership of the party.

I, availing myself of this opportunity, sincerely wish the Syrian people greater success in their efforts to retake all the Arab land occupied by Israel including Golan Heights and seek a fair and comprehensive solution to the Mid-east issue, and wish you good health and happiness.