BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 27. President of the
Republic of Serbia Aleksandar Vučić sent a congratulatory letter to
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.


"Distinguished Mr. President, dear friend,


On behalf of the citizens of the Republic of Serbia and on my
own behalf, I extend my heartfelt congratulations on the occasion
of the Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, with warmest
wishes for the future prosperity, progress, and well-being of your
country and its citizens.


I would like to use this opportunity to express particular
satisfaction with the pace of development of relations between the
Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, marked by mutual
trust, solidarity, and strategic partnership.


It is with particular pleasure and appreciation that I recall
our encounter during my participation in the World Urban Forum in
Baku. The generous hospitality and meaningful conversation we had
reaffirmed our joint commitment to further enhancing cooperation in
the areas of mutual importance, such as energy, infrastructure,
investments, and overall economic ties between our countries.


At the same time, I would like to extend sincere gratitude to
the Republic of Azerbaijan for its principled and consistent
support for the preservation of the sovereignty and territorial
integrity of the Republic of Serbia, which we highly appreciate as
a confirmation of mutual understanding between our countries and
observance of international law. Serbia remains deeply committed to
respecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the
Republic of Azerbaijan.


Please accept, dear Mr. President, the assurances of my highest
consideration," the letter reads.