President Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Andy Burnham.
“Elchi” reports that the letter states:
“Dear Mr. Prime Minister,
I sincerely congratulate you on your appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
We attach special importance to the comprehensive development of Azerbaijan-United Kingdom relations, which are based on rich and pleasant traditions. The dynamics of our economic and trade cooperation, as well as the deepening and enrichment of our time-tested strategic partnership in the energy sector, are gratifying.
Companies representing your country are involved in a number of important projects in Azerbaijan and are operating effectively in both the oil and non-oil sectors of the country’s economy. I would like to specifically mention our successful joint activities with bp, which have been ongoing for many years in both traditional and renewable energy fields. The fact that United Kingdom companies were among the first foreign companies invited by Azerbaijan after the liberation of our lands, and that they are closely participating in the restoration and construction work being carried out there today, testifies to the high level of cooperation between our countries.
I am confident that the friendly relations between Azerbaijan and the United Kingdom will continue to develop successfully through our joint efforts in line with the interests of our peoples, and our partnership will be further strengthened.
I once again convey my congratulations to you and wish you success in your future responsible activities.”