OFFICIAL NEWS
PRIME MINISTER OF THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJANHE MR. ILHAM ALIYEV
Please, accept my sincere congratulations on your election as President of Azerbaijan Republic.
This event is a token of the people’s support of the policy of economic and social reforms, which the independent Azerbaijan has been following for the last years under the leadership of Heydar Aliyev, and which has withstood the test of time. At the same time, it is the convincing proof that Azerbaijan society links the successful continuation of the policy of steady development to your name.
Best wishes for realization of the huge tasks facing new Azerbaijan, a lot of force and energy for fair resolution of the Garabakh conflict. I also sincerely hope for continuation of the solid ties, which have been established with your father, and constantly assisted me in my work related to this settlement.
Please, accept the assurance of my highest consideration,
Anjey Kaspshik,
Personal envoy of the OSCE Chairman-in-office
Baku, October 16, 2003