From the deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, President of the International Association of Peace Foundations and multiple world chess champion, Anatoliy Karpov

18 November 2013, 16:08

Dear Ilham Heydar oglu,

It is with genuine joy that I learned of your re-election to the post of President of the Azerbaijan Republic. Your election is evidence of the recognition of your contribution to the socioeconomic development of the country and confirms your highest political authority.

I know you as a staunch supporter of the development and strengthening of relations between our countries and peoples and hope for our future work together in the fields of economy, culture and sports.

Dear Mr President, I cordially wish you and your people great success in efforts to develop the country, and good health.

Regards,

Anatoliy Karpov,

Deputy of the State Duma of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, President of the International Association of Peace Foundations and multiple world chess champion