On December 24, President of Turkey Abdullah Gul telephoned President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

Abdullah Gul congratulated President Ilham Aliyev on his birthday, and wished him successes in his presidential activities and robust health.

President Ilham Aliyev thanked the Turkish counterpart for the congratulation and attention.

The presidents expressed confidence that friendly and fraternal ties between Azerbaijan and Turkey would continue to develop.