BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 23. President of the Republic of Belarus, Aleksandr Lukashenko, has sent a letter of congratulations to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
''Dear Ilham Heydarovich.
I sincerely congratulate you and all citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan on Independence Day.
Thanks to your creative efforts, Azerbaijan today is rightly proud of its rapidly growing economy, the steady increase in the living standards of citizens, and the significant achievements in the international arena.
Our regular contacts and systematic interaction between governments, parliaments, and regions serve as a guarantee of further enhancing the strategic partnership between Minsk and Baku, which is line with the interests of the two states.
I am confident that the cooperation between Belarus and Azerbaijan will continue to evolve actively based on the traditions of friendship and mutual understanding.
On this festive occasion, I wish you, esteemed Ilham Heydarovich, and your family good health and wellbeing, and all Azerbaijanis peace and prosperity,'' the letter reads.