Queen Elizabeth II congratulated Ilia II on 40th anniversary of enthronement
Queen Elizabeth II congratulated Ilia II on 40th anniversary of enthronement

Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II congratulated Catholicos Patriarch of All Georgia Ilia II on 40th anniversary of enthronement.

I have pleasure in sending Your Holiness mu warmest congratulations on the occasion of the 40th anniversary of your election as Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia. I remember with great warmth our meeting during your visit to London in 2011. I am delighted that the close relationship between our peoples continues to grow. I send my best wishes for your good health and happiness, – the letter of Queen of the United Kingdom reads.