Putin Congratulates Badra Gunba on Abkhazian Presidency
Putin congratulates Badra Gunba on his victory.
SUKHUM / AQW’A — Badra Gunba has been elected as the new President of Abkhazia, securing 54.73% of the vote, according to preliminary results announced by the Central Election Commission (CEC) of Abkhazia.
Russian President Vladimir Putin has extended his congratulations to Gunba, with an official message published on the Kremlin’s website. In his message, Putin highlighted that Gunba’s victory, achieved in a democratic electoral process, reflects the support of the Abkhazian people for his vision of maintaining domestic political stability and advancing the country’s socio-economic development.
Dear Badra Zurabovich,
Please accept my sincere congratulations on your election as President of the Republic of Abkhazia.
Your victory in an election conducted under conditions of free popular expression confirms the support of the Abkhazian people for your commitment to ensuring domestic political stability and advancing the country’s steady socio-economic development.
I trust that the friendly and allied relations between Russia and Abkhazia will continue to strengthen for the benefit of our fraternal nations.
I wish you success, as well as good health and prosperity.
Vladimir Putin
Gunba’s Inauguration Set for Next Month
Gunba will officially assume office 30 days after the Central Election Commission (CEC) confirms the final election results. The official results are expected to be announced on 3 March.
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The inauguration ceremony will be attended by judges of the Constitutional Court and members of the People's Assembly.
During the ceremony, the newly elected president will take an oath on the Abkhazian Constitution and receive the traditional symbols of presidential authority, including the standard, seal, sabre, and the ceremonial staff known as the alabasha.