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PRIME MINISTER OF AZERBAIJAN REPUBLICMR. ILHAM ALIYEV
I extend my warm congratulations to You with the victory at the 15 October 2003 Presidential elections of Azerbaijan Republic.
I believe that mature and progressive leadership of Your Excellency will greatly contribute to progress and prosperity of the fraternal Azerbaijan.
The close cooperation established between Turkey and Azerbaijan, along with valuable contribution to the welfare of our peoples, will serve peace and tranquility in the region. I would reiterate my assurance that our cooperation enriching from the existent common and mutual trust between our countries, will strengthen and develop under the leadership of Your Excellency.
To this end, I wish Your Excellency health and happiness, the friendly and fraternal people of Azerbaijan - progress and achievements.
Abdullah Gul,
Foreign Minister and Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Turkey