Before the beginning of the festive program dedicated to the 19^th anniversary of the Day of National Unity at the central stadium of the city of Khorog, the President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon addressed his compatriots and guests of the mountainous region.

   The Leader of the Tajik nation in particular noted that the national unity and the experience in peace-building of Tajiks are very valuable lessons that are recognized and studied both domestically and globally.

   Along with other heads of diplomatic missions accredited in Tajikistan, at the invitation of the Tajik side the celebrations were attended by the Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of Tajikistan Viktor Nikitiuk.