To the Emperor of Japan, His Majesty Akihito
Your Majesty,
On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I would like to convey to you and through you to all the people of Japan my most sincere congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the national holiday of Japan - the Emperor's Birthday.The current level of Azerbaijani-Japanese relations is causing great satisfaction. The strong ties of friendship which bind our nations together are enriched with a fruitful cooperation in political, economic and humanitarian spheres.
I am confident that the steps we have taken towards strengthening our bilateral relations and successful continuation of the mutually beneficial cooperation will continue to serve the prosperity for our peoples.
On this auspicious day I wish you good health, happiness and every success in your activities, and peace and prosperity to the friendly people of Japan.
Sincerely,
Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, 10 December, 2011
