From Tomislav Nikolic, President of the Republic of Serbia

His Excellency Mr Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Esteemed Mr. President,

On the occasion of Republic Day, the national day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, it is my great pleasure to extend to you, on behalf of the people of the Republic of Serbia and on my own behalf, heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for all-round progress of your country.

I truly believe that comprehensive cooperation and strategic relations between the Republic of Serbia and the Republic of Azerbaijan will continue to develop successfully in the coming period to the benefit of our peoples.

I would like to thank you once again for the warm reception and our friendly and constructive talks during my visits to your beautiful country, as well as for your consistent policy of support for the preservation of sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Serbia.

I wish you every success in your duties as well as robust health and personal well-being. Please accept, Mr. President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Tomislav Nikolic

President of the Republic of Serbia