The message said:

I am very pleased to extend my sincere congratulations to Your Excellency and your people on behalf of the Syrian Arab people and on my own behalf on the occasion of the 66th founding anniversary of the DPRK and wish Your Excellency good health and happiness and the friendly people of your country bigger progress and prosperity.

Availing myself of this opportunity, I affirm my will to boost the friendly and cooperative relations between the two countries in conformity with the common interests of the two peoples.

Please accept my highest tribute.