Your Majesty,

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I heartily congratulate you and through you all the people of your country on the occasion of the national holiday of Japan – the Emperor`s Birthday.

On this joyful day, I extend my best regards to you and wish you robust health and happiness and the friendly people of Japan everlasting peace and prosperity.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 21 December 2015.