From Aleksandr Lukashenko, President of the Republic of Belarus
His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
I sincerely congratulate you and all the citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan on Independence Day.
Thanks to your creative efforts, Azerbaijan is rightly proud today of its rapidly growing economy, the steady rise in living standards, and significant achievements on the international stage.
Our regular contacts and systematic interaction between governments, parliaments, and regions serve as a guarantee for further enhancing the strategic partnership between Minsk and Baku, which is in line with the interests of both states.
I am confident that cooperation between Belarus and Azerbaijan will continue to develop actively, based on the traditions of friendship and mutual understanding.
On this festive occasion, I wish you, esteemed Ilham Heydarovich, and your family good health and well-being, and all Azerbaijanis peace and prosperity.
Respectfully,
Aleksandr Lukashenko
President of the Republic of Belarus