PRESIDENT OF THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJANHIS EXCELLENCYMR. ILHAM ALIYEV
On behalf of the East-West Institute, we send you our deepest condolences upon hearing the news of the death of your father. He left a legacy of nation building for current and future generations of Azeris. We were honored to have sponsored several events where your father was a key speaker. His balance of vision and practically were always striking.
We look forward for working with the people and administration of Azerbaijan and wish you great success in your important duties as Head of State. We hope that the East-West Institute will be able of assistance to You and Your government in the years ahead.
Sincerely Yours,
John Edwin Mroz,
President and founder of East-West Institute
Martti Ahtisaari, Co-chairman
George F. Russell, Co-chairman
18 December 2003