OFFICIAL DOCUMENTS
From Stjepan Mesic, former President of the Republic of Croatia
His Excellency Mr Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Esteemed Mr. President, dear friend.
Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of your birthday.
Your active work, ability to effectively address major state issues and international problems rightly earned you high influence and respect all over the world.
Fate has been kind to me that I am able to call you a friend and communicate with you.
Mr President, let me wish you success in your endeavours, the best of health, long life, happiness and prosperity.
Taking this pleasant opportunity, I wish you, your family and country all the best on the occasion of the forthcoming New Year.
Sincerely,
Stjepan Mesic
President of the Republic of Croatia (2000-2010)