BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 28. We value our ongoing collaboration with Azerbaijan to advance our shared bilateral priorities, Antony Blinken, US State Secretary, said in a congratulatory message to Azerbaijani people on occasion of May 28 - Independence Day, Trend reports.
“During our more than 31 years of bilateral relations, the US has worked closely with Azerbaijan to build a durable partnership based on shared security interests, energy cooperation, and economic growth. I reaffirm the United States’ support for Azerbaijan’s independence and sovereignty and look forward to deepening the U.S.-Azerbaijani relationship in the years to come. The United States also looks forward to continuing cooperation and engagement to help Azerbaijan and the region secure a sustainable peace. We are fully committed to supporting this goal, which will lead to a better future for all those in the South Caucasus,” he said.