The message said:

I extend warm congratulations to you and the friendly government and people of the Syrian Arab Republic on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the March 8 Revolution in Syria.

Over the last half century since the March 8 revolution which is of epochal significance in the development of Syria's history the Syrian people have brought about great changes in all fields of politics, economy and culture under the leadership of the Baath Arab Socialist Party.

Availing myself of this opportunity, I wish you, your government and people successes in the just struggle for frustrating all sorts of challenges of hostile forces and defending the sovereignty, security and stability of the country.