Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Hissein Brahim Taha has sent a congratulatory letter to President Ilham Aliyev.
“Elchi” reports that the letter reads:
“Your Excellency, Mr. President.
It is an honor to convey to Your Excellency and your people my sincere congratulations on the occasion of the national holiday of the Republic of Azerbaijan – Independence Day. I pray to Almighty Allah for your health and well-being, and for the continued progress and prosperity of the people of Azerbaijan.
The Organization of Islamic Cooperation highly appreciates its close relations with the Republic of Azerbaijan and values your country’s role in supporting this organization, which aims to jointly promote Islamic action. Our organization will continue its efforts to promote the common values of member states and strengthen mutual cooperation among them.
I look forward to your support in strengthening solidarity among the peoples of member states and opening new horizons for joint Islamic action.
Your Excellency, Mr. President, please accept the assurances of my highest consideration and esteem.”