Dear Ms President,

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own behalf, I extend my most sincere congratulations to you and your people on the occasion of the national holiday of the Swiss Confederation.

I believe that Azerbaijan-Switzerland ties, the relations of friendship and cooperation between our countries will continue to rapidly develop and expand in our best mutual interests.

On this remarkable day, I wish you the best of health, success in your activities, and the friendly people of Switzerland lasting peace and prosperity.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 31 July 2017