HIS EXCELLENCY MR. ILHAM ALIYEV PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN
Dear Mr. President,
Please accept my congratulations and those of the American people as Azerbaijan celebrates its Independence Day on October 18.
The United States continues to support your country’s efforts to build a democratic, prosperous and peaceful future for the Azerbaijani people. We look forward to continuing our cooperation with Azerbaijan and to strengthening the friendship between our nations.
Best wishes to you and the people of Azerbaijan in the coming year.
Sincerely,
George W. Bush
The President of the United States of America