His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

On behalf of the Swiss Federal Council and the people of Switzerland, I extend to you and the people of the Republic of Azerbaijan my sincere congratulations for the Republic Day, wishing you and the residents of your country happiness, prosperity and every success for the future.

Since the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan, our two countries developed good and trusting relations which enable us to address major global challenges together. Let me reassure you of Switzerland’s commitment to continuing and further intensifying our fruitful and friendly collaboration.

Please accept, Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Guy Parmelin

President of the Swiss Confederation