President of Brazil sends congratulatory letter to Ilham Aliyev

From Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, addressed a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev.

Report informs, citing AZERTAC, that the letter says:

"Dear Mr. President,

"On behalf of the government and people of Brazil and on my own behalf, I extend my congratulations to Your Excellency on the occasion of Azerbaijan’s Day of Independence and wish happiness and tranquility to the people of Azerbaijan.

"I once again reiterate that I am looking forward for Brazil and Azerbaijan to continue working together to contribute to the strengthening of friendly relations for the benefit of our peoples.

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