Your Majesty,

We were deeply saddened by the news of a heavy loss of life and large-scale destruction as a result of earthquakes that hit your country.
On the occasion of this tragedy, on my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my deep condolences to you, families and loved ones of those who died and the whole people of Japan, and wish those injured the swiftest possible recovery.

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 17 April, 2016