The President of the Portuguese Republic, António José Seguro, has sent a congratulatory letter to the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev.
“Elchi” reports that the letter states:
“Dear Mr. President,
On the occasion of the Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, it is a great pleasure for me to convey my sincere congratulations to Your Excellency on behalf of the Portuguese people and on my own behalf. I wish you personal well-being and express my best wishes for the progress and prosperity of the Azerbaijani people.
On this day, which is very significant for all citizens and friends of your country, I reiterate Portugal’s commitment to strengthening the bilateral ties of friendship and cooperation that unite our states and peoples. I note my hope that the opening of the Portuguese Embassy in Baku and the Azerbaijani Embassy in Lisbon will make a significant contribution to this goal.
Mr. President, reiterating my sincere congratulations, please accept the assurances of my highest consideration and respect.”