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

As-salamu aleykum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuhu

Dear Mr. President,

On behalf of myself, and the government and people of the Republic of Iraq, I extend to you the warmest wishes and sincere congratulations on the occasion of the national day of the Republic of Azerbaijan - Independence Day.

Taking this pleasant opportunity, I express confidence in the successful continuation of cooperation between our friendly countries and peoples.

Your Excellency, I wish you constant success and happiness, to the government of Azerbaijan - progress, and to the Azerbaijani people - prosperity.

With deep respect and appreciation,

Mohammed Shia' Al Sudani

Prime Minister of the Republic of Iraq