Dear Mr. President,

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I would like to sincerely congratulate you and the people of your country on the national holiday – the Independence Day.

I believe that the relations between Azerbaijan and Sri Lanka will continue to develop and contribute to the strengthening of our friendship and cooperation.

I wish you good health and every success in your activities, and the friendly people of Sri Lanka permanent welfare and prosperity.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 31 January 2014