Speech By The President Of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee At The Banquet In Honour Of The President Of The Republic Of Tajikistan H.e. Mr. Emomali Rahmon
Your Excellency, President Rahmon
I extend a most cordial welcome to you and your distinguished delegation. We are indeed happy to have you amongst us once again. You are an old friend of India.
Your Excellency,
For centuries, the people of India and Tajikistan have shared ideas, knowledge, art and literature. A strong relationship has existed, from pre-historic times, between India and Central Asia, and in particular, the Tajik people.