Dear Mr President,

On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my sincerest congratulations to you and your people on the occasion of the national day of the People's Republic of Bangladesh, Independence Day.

I am hopeful that relations between Azerbaijan and Bangladesh will continue to develop and expand.

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

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 18 March, 2019