The President of Georgia, Salome Zurabishvili, congratulated the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, on Republic Day.
"On behalf of the people of Georgia and my behalf, I congratulate you on the national holiday of Azerbaijan - Republic Day.
The Georgian and Azerbaijani people have faced many difficulties while restoring their statehood, but today our countries proudly continue to build a strong and free state.
I express my readiness to promote the strengthening of friendly ties and partnerships between our countries. I hope to meet in Georgia soon and together define ways to deepen the strategic partnership.
I once again express my deep respect for you; I wish the friendly Azerbaijani people peace, tranquility, health, and prosperity," the letter reads.