15 years of Armenia's independence were hard and full of losses but it was also the time of great victories and achievements, self-affirmation and renaissance of national values, says the congratulatory address of Armenian National Assembly Speaker Tigran Torosian on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of Armenia's independence. "Thanks to the unlimited strength of our people we could counteract the ordeals. Today we have two Armenian states and our borders are well secured. Armenia has an efficient army and state system," the message says. Tigran Torosian underscored that the Armenian people still face challenges and problems. "These are the international recognition of the NKR, creation of proper living conditions for the people, who experienced the hardships of independence formation, and worthy representation of a strong state within the international community. Independence is a great dream and great responsibility at the same time. I congratulate the Armenian people with the 15th anniversary of independence and wish happiness, prosperity and every success," the RA Parliament Speaker said, reported the RA NA press office.