Donald Trump congratulates Azerbaijan on Independence Day Calls for lasting peace in the South Caucasus

U.S. President Donald Trump has extended congratulations to President Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the country's Independence Day, underscoring the importance of strong bilateral ties and the potential for lasting peace in the South Caucasus.

In a message addressed to the Azerbaijani head of state, Trump expressed appreciation for Azerbaijan's partnership with the United States in key areas such as counterterrorism, energy security, and regional peacebuilding efforts, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

“On behalf of the American people, I want to congratulate you and the people of Azerbaijan on your Independence Day,” Trump wrote.

“We value our relationship with the Republic of Azerbaijan and appreciate your partnership with the United States in combating terrorism, advancing energy security, and working towards peace with your neighbor.”

Highlighting more than three decades of diplomatic relations, Trump noted the deepening of bilateral cooperation and expressed optimism about future collaboration.

“Our relationship has advanced significantly during our more than 30 years of diplomatic relations, and we look forward to continued collaboration on our bilateral priorities, including security cooperation, economic partnership, and energy development.”

The U.S. President also reaffirmed Washington’s support for a peaceful resolution to the Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict, stating that such an outcome would bring stability and prosperity to the region.

“The United States continues to support a lasting peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia. A peaceful resolution of the conflict will ensure a more prosperous South Caucasus region and will lead to greater opportunities for cooperation with the United States,” the message read.

“Now is the time to commit to peace and usher in a new era of prosperity for the people of the South Caucasus.”

Concluding his message, Trump expressed hope for stronger U.S.-Azerbaijan relations in the future.

“We look forward to a deeper partnership in the years and decades to come. My best wishes to you and to the people of Azerbaijan.”

By Vugar Khalilov