Nursultan Nazarbayev, the first president of the Republic of Kazakhstan, sent a congratulatory letter to President Ilham Əliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

The EPA reports that the letter says:

"Dear Inspiration, son of Heather!

Accept my sincere congratulations on the National Day of Independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Today, it is clear to everyone that your country has achieved virtual results in improving the well-being of the nation and strengthening the security of the state by setting a goal of conquering new development summits ahead.

As you know, I always highly value your great contribution to the future development of exceptional relationships between our friendly nations. I am confident that the friendship and respect that has developed between us will continue in the future.

Honorable Ilham Heather's son, I take the opportunity to wish you good health and well-being, and I wish you peace and well-being for the Azerbaijani people."