On December 24, Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, made a phone call to Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The Russian President congratulated President Ilham Aliyev on his birthday, wishing him success in his presidential duties and good health.

President Ilham Aliyev expressed his gratitude for the kind congratulations and attention.

During the phone conversation, the Presidents stressed the importance of reciprocal visits and meetings, noting that Vladimir Putin's state visit to Azerbaijan earlier this year made a significant contribution to further strengthening bilateral relations.

They expressed confidence that the strategic partnership and allied relations would continue to develop successfully and exchanged views on the prospects for bilateral cooperation.