President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to President of Djibouti Ismail Omar Guellé on the occasion of the country's Independence Day, Azernews reports.

The letter reads:

"Dear Mr. President,

On my own behalf and behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my sincerest congratulations to you and through you, all your people on the occasion of the National Holiday of the Republic of Djibouti - Independence Day.

Relations of friendship between Azerbaijan and Djibouti are based on good traditions. Today, there are good opportunities for the development of relations between our countries both in a bilateral format and within international institutions. I believe that by taking advantage of these opportunities, we will continue our joint efforts successfully to expand our interstate relations for the benefit of our peoples.

On such a remarkable day, I wish you robust health, happiness, success in your endeavors, everlasting peace and prosperity to the friendly people of Djibouti.

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, 24 June 2024"