BAKU, Azerbaijan, September 2. President of the
Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory
letter to To Lam, General Secretary of the Central Committee of the
Communist Party of Vietnam, President of the Socialist Republic of
Vietnam.


The text of the letter was published on the official website of
the President of Azerbaijan.


"Your Excellency,


On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I
sincerely congratulate you, and through you, all your people on the
occasion of the national holiday of the Socialist Republic of
Vietnam – Independence Day and convey my best wishes.


The friendly country of Vietnam has made significant strides in
ensuring economic development, increasing the welfare of the
population, and enhancing the country’s international standing.


Relations between Azerbaijan and Vietnam are based on the
traditions of mutual respect, trust and friendship. The
intensification of high-level contacts and the expansion of
political dialogue in recent years have established a solid
foundation for broader cooperation.


Today, there are good opportunities for further enhancing our
cooperation across several sectors, particularly in economy, trade,
energy, industry, transport, tourism, education, and humanitarian
affairs.


I am confident that through our joint efforts, the friendly and
strategic partnership relations between Azerbaijan and Vietnam will
successfully continue to serve the well-being of our peoples and
countries.


On such a joyous day, I wish you robust health, success in your
endeavors, and everlasting peace and prosperity to the friendly
people of Vietnam," the letter reads.