President Putin: Azerbaijan rightly gained high reputation on international arena
Russian President Vladimir Putin congratulated Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on October 17 on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the restoration of the state independence of the Azerbaijan.
The letter reads:
“Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
Please, accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of the 25th anniversary of the restoration of the state independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Everyone is aware of Azerbaijan's achievements in addressing the topical issues of socio-economic, scientific and technical development over the past 25 years. Your country has rightly gained high reputation on the international arena.
I am pleased to note that based on strong traditions of good neighborliness and mutual respect, Russia-Azerbaijan relations continue to dynamically develop in the spirit of strategic partnership.
I am confident that through joint efforts we will further strengthen our bilateral constructive relations in all areas, as well as closely coordinate our efforts in addressing international issues.
Dear Ilham Heydarovich, please accept my heartfelt wishes for your robust health, welfare and success, and peace and prosperity of Azerbaijani citizens.”
Azerbaijanis celebrate October 18 as a glorious day in their history, their Independence Day. 25 years ago, the people of Azerbaijan raised the banner of independence for the second time and this became a brilliant victory in the political history of the nation in the 20th century.
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