Prime Minister of Japan Yoshihiko Noda addressed a congratulatory telegram to the President of the Republic of Tajikistan on the 20th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Tajikistan, which reads, in part:
“Our country comprehensively supports Tajikistan since the first days of its independence.
We intend to further assist your country in all spheres, including improvement and beautification of Tajikistan, implementation of different economic reforms and its development.
I am certain that the celebration of the 20th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations will give a great impetus to strengthening and expanding our cooperation with Tajikistan and Tajik nation. I am ready to have an active cooperation with you, Your Excellency, in all aspects and formats, including in the framework of “Central Asia + Japan” Dialogue.”