To the President of the State of Israel, His Excellency Mr. Shimon Peres

13 April 2013, 15:30

Dear Mr. President,

On behalf of the people of Azerbaijan and on my own, I would like to congratulate you and through you all the people of your country on the national holiday of the State of Israel – the Day of Independence.

I am sure that the relations of friendship and cooperation between Azerbaijan and Israel will continue to develop and serve the interests of our peoples.

On this auspicious day I send you my best wishes for good health and every success in your activities, and peace and prosperity for the friendly people of Israel.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Baku, 9 April 2013.