Dear Mr. Chairman,

On behalf of the Azerbaijani people and myself, I cordially congratulate you and the people of your country on the national holiday of Cuba - the Day of Freedom.

I do hope that Azerbaijani-Cuban relations, our friendship and cooperation will further develop and become even wider to meet the interests of our peoples.

On this remarkable day, I send my heartfelt wishes and wish the friendly people of Cuba permanent peace and progress.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 29 December 2013