President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov sent a congratulatory message to Hero of Turkmenistan, instructor-cosmonaut-tester and commander of the detachment of the Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Centre Oleg Kononenko. This was reported by TerraNews.

In his message, the Head of State expressed his sincere wishes for good health, longevity, happiness and family well-being. The significance of Oleg Kononenko's contribution to the development of the space industry and space exploration was particularly emphasised. The President also wished the cosmonaut new achievements and success in his professional activities.