The President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, addressed a congratulatory letter to the Prime Minister of Georgia, Irakli Kobakhidze.

Axar.az presents the text of the letter:

"Dear Mr. Prime Minister,

On the occasion of the national holiday of our friend Georgia - Independence Day, I extend my sincerest congratulations to you and to all your people on my own behalf and on behalf of the Azerbaijani people.

The relations between Azerbaijan and Georgia have been based on friendly neighborliness and mutual understanding of our nations for centuries. The solid determination and aspirations of our friendly peoples underlie this. The further development of our interstate relations today, the successful advancement and enrichment of our partnership based on mutual trust and support, are a source of satisfaction.

The transportation, energy, and other infrastructure projects of strategic importance that we jointly implement not only serve the interests of our peoples but also play an important role in the broader Eurasian region, opening up invaluable opportunities.

I am confident that the expansion of Azerbaijan-Georgia relations in all areas, the realization of our joint initiatives, and the deepening of our mutually beneficial cooperation and strategic partnership will continue to be successful directions of our joint efforts in the future, contributing to the prosperity of our peoples, the stability and security of our region.

On this festive day, I wish you robust health, success in your endeavors, and to the friendly Georgian people, I wish constant peace and prosperity."