Dear Mr President,

Russia Muftis Council has the honour to congratulate you with your successful election to this honourary and important post.

The choice of the people of Iran shows their high confidence in you, which you will, God willing, justify. Taking into account difficult political situation in the region, it can be asserted that you will soon have to solve questions that demand careful and balanced decisions. We are sure that your many years of experience, devotion to the citizens of your country, practical wisdom and, most of all, your firm faith will help you address all the challenges in the most efficient manner, bringing peace and prosperity to your country.

Russian Federation and the Islamic Republic of Iran are tied by centuries-long relationships which have influenced political and cultural life of our countries.

We would like to particularly note the active participation of Iranian embassy in the events organized by Russian Muftis Council that promote Islamic values.

Therefore, last year, a memorandum of understanding and cooperation was signed between Russian Muftis Council and the Organization of Cultural and Religious Relations of Iran, the goal of which is to boost our joint efforts of serving Islam. We would also like to take this opportunity to invite you to visit the residency of Russia Muftis Council during your formal visit to the Russian Federation, to familiarize with the life of Russian Muslims.

We wish you peace, mercy and help of Allah in all your good beginnings.