BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 18. President of the
Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory
letter to President of Gambia Adama Barrow, Trend reports.


"Esteemed Mr. President,


On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I
cordially congratulate you and your people on the occasion of the
national holiday of the Republic of the Gambia - Independence
Day.


We attach great importance to the development of relations
between Azerbaijan and the Gambia, built on solid foundations. I
would particularly like to highlight the fruitful cooperation
between our countries within the framework of the UN, the
Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Non-Aligned Movement, and
other international institutions and platforms.


I am confident that we will successfully continue our joint
efforts to further strengthen our friendly relations and expand our
cooperation both bilaterally and multilaterally.


Availing myself of this pleasant opportunity, I would also like
to extend my sincere congratulations on the advent of the holy
month of Ramadan, and wish you robust health, happiness, success in
your endeavors, as well as everlasting peace and prosperity to the
friendly people of the Gambia," the letter reads.