"Dear Mr. Erdogan, dear friend, please accept my sincere congratulations on your re-election to the presidency," Putin said in his message.
The President of Russia reaffirmed his readiness to continue the dialogue between Moscow and Ankara.
He also noted that the Russian side attaches great importance to the implementation of joint projects, for example, the construction of the Akkuyu NPP and the creation of a gas hub in Turkey.
"From the bottom of my heart I wish you new successes in such a responsible activity at the head of state, as well as good health and well-being," Putin said.
On the evening of May 28, Recep Tayyip Erdogan thanked the people of Turkey for the trust placed in them following the results of the second round of presidential elections.
According to Anadolu, after processing 99.45% of the ballots, Erdogan is gaining 52.10% of the vote. His opponent Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu is gaining 47.90%.