PRIME MINISTER OF AZERBAIJAN REPUBLICHIS EXCELLENCYMR. ILHAM ALIYEV
I am in a hurry to congratulate You with such a confident victory.
The fraternal people of Azerbaijan have made its choice. High professionalism You showed at the post of Prime Minister of Azerbaijan Republic and deep knowledge, as well as the energy to succeed the work launched by Heydar Alirza oglu for establishment and strengthening of Azerbaijani statehood, have deserved You unanimous support, trust and high respect to You among Your country-fellows.
In Georgia, You are known as a reliable friend and supporter of strengthening of the friendship and fraternity between our peoples.
Sure, as Heydar Alirza oglu, You will also promote deepening of the effective and mutually beneficial cooperation between Azerbaijan and Georgia.
Finally, I would like to wish You success in contribution to the Motherland and extend my best wishes.
Sincerely Yours,
Eduard Shevardnadze,
President of Georgia
Tbilisi, 16 October 2003