25 May 2013, 08:00
To the citizens of Kyiv
Dear citizens of Kyiv!
Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of Kyiv Day! Accept also special words of gratitude for tireless work, priceless help and love for Kyiv.
Kyiv is primarily its people. Unique architecture and rich history is, without doubt, a merit of its citizens. For many centuries, using their work, talent, inspiration, strength and courage the citizens of Kyiv have been creating the city that was and will remain the symbol of our statehood; a political, economic and spiritual center of Ukraine.
The battle during the Great Patriotic War, which is now called one of the biggest in the world history, took place here, on Dnipro shores. Later on Kyiv amazed the world by not simply rising from ashes in short terms, but also by reviving its industrial facilities, as well as social and cultural spheres which has become a shining example of devotion of Kyiv citizens to their city.
World famous scientists, writers, sportsmen, engineers, doctors and teachers are born and work in Kyiv. I hope that your joint work will do lots of good deeds makings future generations be proud of our state.
With all my heart, dear citizens, I wish you health, happiness, welfare and success in everything! May the feeling of pride for Kyiv remain with you and new achievements continue interesting and bright history of the city!
Volodymyr RYBAK