BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 26. President of the
Italian Republic Sergio Mattarella has sent a congratulatory letter
to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency Mr. President,
On behalf of the people of Italy and on my own behalf, I extend
my sincere congratulations to you and to the entire people of
Azerbaijan on the occasion of your country’s national holiday.
The numerous examples of friendship and fruitful cooperation,
including our recent contacts, impart a highly concrete and
exceptional value to the strategic partnership between Baku and
Rome. This partnership has steadily developed over recent years and
has encompassed many areas of mutual interest, first and foremost
the energy sector.
Firmly believing in and recognizing the importance of dialogue
and peaceful cooperation among states for constructively addressing
the complex challenges of the international situation, Italy
continues to support all initiatives aimed at promoting stability,
good-neighborly relations, and mutual trust between Azerbaijan, the
European Union, and the countries of the region.
Mr. President, while fondly recalling my last visit to your
country and our previous meetings, I once again convey my wishes
for well-being and prosperity to you, your family, and the friendly
people of Azerbaijan," the letter reads.
