Dear Mr President,

On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I sincerely congratulate you and your people on the occasion of your country’s Independence Day.

It is my hope that the development of the bonds of friendship and cooperation between Azerbaijan and the Philippines will continue to serve the best interests of our peoples.

On this remarkable day, I extend my best wishes to you and the friendly people of the Philippines.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, June 8, 2018