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

Esteemed Mr. President.

It is my pleasure to extend my sincerest congratulations and best wishes to you on the occasion of your country's national holiday – the Independence Day.

I wish Your Excellency robust health, happiness, and progress and prosperity to the government and people of the friendly Republic of Azerbaijan.

Please, accept the assurances of my highest consideration and esteem.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum

Vice President, Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates

Ruler of Dubai