Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin has sent a congratulatory letter to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

APA reports that the congratulation says:

“Dear Ilham Heydar oglu.

On behalf of the Government of the Russian Federation and on my own behalf, I cordially congratulate you on your 60th anniversary.

Under your leadership, Azerbaijan is implementing large-scale programs aimed at developing the national economy and social sphere.

The republic's prestige in the region and in the international arena has been significantly strengthened.

I would like to emphasize your great personal contribution to the strengthening of Russian-Azerbaijani relations based on the principles of friendship, good neighborliness and partnership.

Cooperation in trade-economic, investment, scientific-technical and cultural-humanitarian spheres is constantly expanding, important joint projects are being successfully implemented.

I am confident that the further deepening of practical cooperation and the implementation of new promising initiatives are in the interests of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Dear Ilham Heydar oglu, I sincerely wish you good health, happiness and new success in your responsible state activities. "