Dear Mr President,

On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my sincere congratulations to you and all your people on the occasion of the Independence Day of your country.

Azerbaijani-Macedonian relations are dynamically developing. I hope that the further strengthening of our friendly relations and the development of our cooperation of mutual interest will always contribute to prosperity of our peoples.

On this joyous day, I wish you the best of health and success in your endeavours, and the friendly people of Macedonia tranquillity and well-being.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 5 September 2018