From Ram Nath Kovind, President of the Republic of India

22 May 2020, 17:55

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

Excellency,

I have the pleasure of extending warm greetings and felicitations to Your Excellency and the friendly people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of your Republic Day.

India and Azerbaijan share close cultural and historical links which are reflected in our mutual desire to strengthen our bilateral cooperation. I hope that our joint efforts would further strengthen our multi-faceted cooperation.

Excellency, the COVID-19 pandemic poses an unprecedented challenge to humankind. India remains committed to work together with the international community to defeat this disease.

I convey my best wishes for Your Excellency’s good health and personal well-being, as well as for the continued progress and prosperity of the friendly people of Azerbaijan.

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

Ram Nath Kovind

President of the Republic of India