The congratulatory address read, in particular:
“We in Russia know you as an outstanding statesman, a recognised national leader and guarantor of the democratic choice made by the Spanish people. In the twenty-five years of your reign, Spain has covered an impressive way of historic peaceful transformation, and has become a modern and influential power with an increasing positive role in European and global affairs.
“We highly value your friendship and your great contribution to strengthening the traditionally friendly relations and mutually beneficial cooperation between Russia and Spain.”