Saturday, 12 January 2008
RA Prime Minister Serzh Sargsyan sent a congratulatory message to Arthur Chilingarov on his having been conferred upon the title of Hero of Russia, which reads as follows, in particular:
"Dear Arthur Nikolayevich,
Please accept my heartfelt congratulations on your conferment upon the high title of Hero of Russia, which in fact symbolizes the appreciation of your significant contribution to the exploration and mastering of the Arctic.
Having been granted the title of Hero for the second time at an interval of twenty years, you keep on acting not only as a polar explorer, but also as a statesman and a public figure. Your determination and heroism set a good example to the rising generation.
Our pleasure is a twofold one for the activities and the bravery of our compatriot were assessed at their true value, and we are sincerely proud of your achievements.
I wish you, Dear Arhtur Nikolayevich, robust health and further success in your multifaceted activity."
