The leader of South Ossetia, Alan Gagloev, congratulated Vladimir Putin on his election victory and re-election as President of the Russian Federation.
Gagloev noted that Putin’s leadership, as well as his leadership of the country made possible a huge leap in the country’s development and an impressive strengthening of Russia’s position in the world.
“Your tireless work to develop the economy, reduce unemployment and ensure the well-being of citizens deserves admiration and recognition. I am confident that the people of Russia have made the only right choice, thanks to which the country will continue to move on its intended course and become even stronger, more successful, and more prosperous,” the South Ossetian leader said in his congratulations.
Gagloev has expressed confidence that traditionally good and trusting relations between the two fraternal peoples, based on centuries-old friendship, will continue to strengthen and actively develop for the benefit of every resident of the Russian Federation and the Republic of South Ossetia.
“I wish you, dear Vladimir Vladimirovich, productive and successful work as the head of the Russian state for the entire future. I am confident that your new presidency will be marked by great achievements and progress in all areas,” Gagloev added.
According to the Central Election Commission of the Russian Federation, after processing 99.7% of the protocols, Vladimir Putin is leading the presidential elections with 87.31% of the votes. In South Ossetia, 97% of voters cast their votes for the current Russian President.