From Ali Bongo Ondimba, President of the Republic of Gabon

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

Mr President,

On behalf of the people, government of Gabon and on my own behalf I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Your Excellency, I would like to express my satisfaction with the high level of friendly relations between the Republic of Gabon and the Republic of Azerbaijan.

Taking this opportunity, I am pleased to reiterate my desire to work closely with you for the further advancement of effective cooperation existing between our countries and for the common interest of our peoples.

Please accept, Mr President, the assurances of my highest consideration.

Sincerely,

Ali Bongo Ondimba

President of the Republic of Gabon