President Aliyev receives Independence Day congratulations from Russia, Germany, Uzbekistan, Israel

On the occasion of Azerbaijan’s Independence Day, President Ilham Aliyev received congratulatory letters from several heads of state, each reaffirming strong bilateral ties and praising Azerbaijan’s development under his leadership.

In his letter, Russian President Vladimir Putin underscored the strategic partnership between Moscow and Baku, Caliber.Az reports per local media:

"Your country is confidently moving along the path of socio-economic development and enjoys growing prestige on the international stage. Russian-Azerbaijani relations are marked by friendship and alliance. I am confident that through joint efforts we will be able to further strengthen our constructive bilateral cooperation and partnership interaction in international affairs," he said.

He concluded his letter with warm wishes for President Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan:

"I wish you, dear Ilham Heydarovich, good health and success, and to all citizens of the Republic of Azerbaijan – peace and prosperity."

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier referred to his recent official visit to Azerbaijan, describing it as a sign of deepening relations:

"The great value your country places on independence became especially vivid to me and my wife during our recent visit to Azerbaijan, particularly when we paid our respects at the Alley of Martyrs."

He added:

"Located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, your country holds a key geostrategic position. In the face of numerous armed conflicts and rising tensions, we are jointly confronted with serious challenges. I therefore highly value your efforts toward establishing peace in the region and wish you swift and lasting success."

Uzbek President Shavkat Mirziyoyev extended his congratulations to the “brotherly people of Azerbaijan,” praising Aliyev’s leadership and domestic achievements:

"Thanks to the wise domestic and foreign policy pursued under your visionary leadership, Azerbaijan has achieved significant progress in all areas, with its international reputation and standing growing steadily."

He also noted deepening ties between the two nations:

"In recent years, thanks to our joint systematic efforts, the relations between our countries – based on shared history, traditional friendship, and multifaceted cooperation – have reached the highest level of interstate relations – an alliance."

Mirziyoyev expressed confidence in the success of joint initiatives across key sectors:

"I firmly believe that our ambitious plans to expand cooperation in ten new directions – including chemicals, oil and gas, mining, energy, electrical engineering, jewelry, mechanical engineering, pharmaceuticals, construction materials, and banking and finance – will be fully realized."

Israeli President Isaac Herzog highlighted Azerbaijan’s role as a regional stabiliser and praised its model of coexistence:

"Here in Jerusalem, there is a deep appreciation for our strategic partnership with Azerbaijan, which provides an anchor of stability for both Israel and our region.

Under your leadership, Azerbaijan has become a shining example of economic progress and prosperity. Your nation serves as a beautiful model of religious tolerance and understanding, where all walks of life coexist in harmony."

Looking ahead, Herzog pledged to deepen bilateral cooperation:

"The opportunities to advance our shared goals are bountiful, including in critical fields such as security, innovation, energy, and commerce."

By Aghakazim Guliyev