BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 26. President of the
Islamic Republic of Pakistan Asif Ali Zardari sent a congratulatory
letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev,
Trend reports.
"Excellency,
On behalf of the Government and the people of the Islamic
Republic of Pakistan, and personally, I extend my warmest and most
cordial felicitations to Your Excellency, the Government, and the
brotherly people of the Republic of Azerbaijan on the auspicious
occasion of your Independence Day.
Pakistan and Azerbaijan are bound by a deep-rooted fraternal
relationship that draws its strength from our shared faith, rich
cultural heritage, and common values. Over the years, our bilateral
ties have evolved into a robust and enduring partnership
characterized by mutual trust, understanding, and steadfast support
for each other on issues of core national interest.
The people of Pakistan rejoice in the remarkable socio-economic
progress and prosperity achieved by the Republic of Azerbaijan
under Your Excellency's dynamic and visionary leadership. We remain
firmly committed to further deepening and diversifying our
multifaceted cooperation, particularly in the areas of bilateral
trade, energy connectivity, defense collaboration, and
people-to-people exchanges, for the mutual benefit of our two
brotherly nations.
I avail myself of this opportunity to extend my best wishes for
Your Excellency's good health and happiness, and for the continued
peace, progress, and prosperity of the brotherly people of
Azerbaijan.
Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest
consideration," the letter reads.
