Pakistani PM congratulates Azerbaijani president on Victory Day anniversary

Prime Minister of Pakistan Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on the fifth anniversary of Azerbaijan’s Victory in the 44-day Patriotic War.

In a formal letter addressed to President Aliyev, Sharif conveyed greetings on behalf of the government and people of Pakistan, celebrating Azerbaijan’s triumph and honoring the nation’s resilience and unity, Caliber.Az reports via local media.

“On behalf of the people and Government of Pakistan, as well as on my own behalf, I extend our most cordial and warm felicitations on the fifth anniversary of Azerbaijan's Victory in the 44-Day Patriotic War,” Sharif said in his message.

“This historic day stands as a powerful testament to Azerbaijan's courage, unity, and unwavering resolve in defending its sovereignty and territorial integrity, culminating in a decisive victory in liberating its ancestral lands, including the revered city of Shusha.”

Sharif further lauded President Aliyev’s “exceptional statesmanship and visionary leadership” in securing a landmark agreement with Armenia that, he noted, “ushers the Caucasus region into an era of lasting peace and new economic opportunities.”

The Pakistani leader also confirmed his participation in Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations, stating, “I am greatly looking forward to joining you in the celebrations of Victory Day in Baku on 8 November 2025.” He added that the visit would “afford us a valuable opportunity to advance our mutually beneficial agenda, particularly in light of the important landmark understanding reached during my visit to Khankendi for the 17th ECO Summit on 4th July 2025.”

Sharif expressed confidence in the continued strengthening of bilateral relations, noting that preparations are underway for Aliyev’s forthcoming visit to Pakistan. “Our teams are working diligently to finalize all outstanding matters for the formal launch of a number of mutually beneficial initiatives during that visit,” he said.

Reaffirming Islamabad’s steadfast support for Baku, Sharif concluded, “I wish to reaffirm to Your Excellency, Pakistan's resolute commitment to elevate our ties to a multifaceted and mutually rewarding strategic and economic partnership, for the shared benefit of our two brotherly peoples.”

By Vafa Guliyeva