Congratulations continue to arrive addressed to President Ilham Aliyev

President of the Republic of The Gambia Adama Barrow sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

As reported by AZERTAC, the message reads:

"Your Excellency,

On behalf of the Government and people of the Republic of The Gambia, I am pleased to convey to You, the Government and people of the Republic of Azerbaijan the most sincere congratulations and best wishes on the occasion of the Independence Day of Your country.

The Republic of The Gambia and the Republic of Azerbaijan have established long-standing friendly relations based on mutual respect, shared values, and joint efforts to promote international cooperation and development.

I firmly believe that under Your wise leadership, cooperation between our two countries and peoples in the areas of education, youth development, and capacity building in these fields will continue to deepen for mutual benefit.

I take this opportunity to reaffirm my readiness to work with You for the further strengthening of bilateral relations between our countries.

On the occasion of this remarkable holiday, I wish You and the people of Azerbaijan prosperity."

Sultan of Brunei Darussalam Haji Hassanal Bolkiah sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

As reported by AZERTAC, the message reads:

"Peace be upon You, the mercy of Allah and His blessings.

Your Excellency,

I am pleased to express to You, the Government and people of the Republic of Azerbaijan the most sincere congratulations on the occasion of the Independence Day of Your country.

I highly value the sincere friendly relations that have existed between Brunei Darussalam and the Republic of Azerbaijan for over thirty years. I express my hope for the further development of these important ties between our countries both on a bilateral basis and at the international level, including within the framework of the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the Non-Aligned Movement.

May Almighty Allah grant You good health and happiness, and the people of Azerbaijan continued progress and prosperity.

Peace be upon You, the mercy of Allah and His blessings."