BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 25. Prime Minister of the Russian Federation Mikhail Mishustin sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
''Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
On behalf of the Government of the Russian Federation and on my own behalf, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on your birthday.
Under your leadership, friendly Azerbaijan is confidently advancing along the path of large-scale transformations aimed at developing the national economy and social sphere, improving the well-being of citizens, and strengthening its authority on the international stage.
I would particularly like to note your constant attention to strengthening Russian-Azerbaijani relations in the spirit of good-neighborliness and mutual respect. In implementation of the decisions taken at the highest level, trade, economic, and investment cooperation is steadily developing, promising joint projects are being brought to life, and interregional ties and business contacts are expanding.
I am convinced that further enhancing practical cooperation and advancing new mutually beneficial initiatives across various fields fully align with the interests of the Russian Federation and the Republic of Azerbaijan.
I fondly recall our conversations, which always take place in an open and trusting atmosphere. I look forward to continuing our constructive dialogue.
İ wish you, dear Ilham Heydarovich, good health, prosperity, and further success in your responsible state activities,'' the letter reads.
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Valentina Matvienko, Chairperson of the Federation Council of the Federal Assembly of the Russian Federation, sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
''Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
Please accept my sincere congratulations on your birthday.
Your political career reflects the path of a leader who moves forward boldly, demonstrating principled stances, decisiveness, and responsibility for the fate of your country, while inspiring like-minded people and supporters with your energy.
Thanks to your many years of dedicated work, Azerbaijan has achieved remarkable results in socio-economic development, strengthening statehood, and enhancing its authority on the international stage.
I am grateful for your consistent attention to expanding Russian-Azerbaijani parliamentary dialogue. I particularly fondly recall my visit to Baku in March 2025 and deeply value your kind attitude toward me.
I wish you robust health and continued success in your important activities for the benefit of the friendly people of Azerbaijan.
Please accept the assurances of my highest consideration,'' the letter reads.
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Ilgar Rahimov, President of the International Blind Sports Federation sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of your birthday.
Your leadership is closely associated with the modern development of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the strengthening of its statehood, the enhancement of its international standing, and sustainable socio-economic progress. Under your guidance, Azerbaijan continues to pursue a strategic course based on national interests, sovereignty, and consistent development.
Your consistent social policy, aimed at improving the well-being of citizens, supporting the development of sport, and promoting an inclusive society, merits particular recognition. The attention devoted to the Paralympic movement, as well as to the protection of the rights and social integration of persons with disabilities, reflects a forward-looking and human-centred approach to public policy.
On this occasion, I wish you good health, continued energy, and further success in your responsible state duties," the letter reads.
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Sergey Melikov, Head of the Republic of Dagestan of the Russian Federation sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
Please allow me to warmly and heartily congratulate you on the occasion of your birthday.
Thanks to your tireless efforts, fraternal Azerbaijan has made remarkable progress in the socio-economic sphere, in state-building, and on the international stage.
Your many years of fruitful service, combined with your outstanding professionalism and unwavering devotion to your homeland, have earned you widespread public recognition and undisputed authority both among your fellow citizens and far beyond your country's borders.
In Dagestan, we particularly cherish the long-standing and productive cooperation with the Republic of Azerbaijan, which is rooted in centuries-old traditions of friendship, good-neighborly relations, and mutual respect.
Dear Ilham Heydarovich, please accept my sincere wishes for robust health, prosperity, and continued success in your vital work throughout the coming year of 2026," the letter reads.
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Giuseppe Caniglia, President of the Napoli-Baku Association sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
On the occasion of your birthday, please accept my warmest congratulations and best wishes for your health, personal happiness, and continued success in the discharge of your high responsibilities.
I would also like to convey my sincere hopes for lasting prosperity and well-being for the people of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration," the letter reads.
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Ilyas Umakhanov, Senator of the Russian Federation sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
Please accept my sincere congratulations on the occasion of Your birthday.
Under Your leadership, Azerbaijan has for many years been confidently strengthening its positions on the global stage and demonstrating impressive successes, despite the complexity of the international agenda.
Russia and Azerbaijan continue to build interaction, striving to find a balance of interests and mutual understanding on key regional issues.
From the bottom of my heart, I wish You good health, inexhaustible energy, well-being, and new outstanding achievements for the benefit of the fraternal Azerbaijani people and our countries," the letter reads.
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Marius Vizer, President of the International Judo Federation sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
On the occasion of your birthday, on behalf of the International Judo Family and personally, I would like to extend my warmest wishes for health, happiness, success, and fulfilment in every area of your life. May the year ahead bring you new accomplishments and many cherished moments shared with your loved ones.
Your remarkable achievements, together with the distinguished contributions you have made to the advancement of sport in general and judo in particular, speak to the dedication, integrity, and vision that define your leadership. The values you uphold and the long-term perspective you bring to your work continue to strengthen the positive impact of judo and sport on society, in the Republic of Azerbaijan and internationally. The legacy you have envisaged continues to shape the national and global sporting landscape in meaningful ways and remains a source of inspiration for those who believe in excellence, responsibility, and progress.
At the International Judo Federation, we sincerely appreciate our excellent collaboration. We look forward to continuing to build upon it," the letter reads.
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Gio Cristofoli, bp Regional President for Azerbaijan, Georgia and Türkiye sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
I would like to extend my heartfelt wishes to you for your birthday. I wish you a long life, good health, happiness and continued success in your work for the prosperity of your country.
We at bp are proud to be the operator of world-scale energy projects in Azerbaijan and to have built the exceptional relationship with the Government of Azerbaijan and SOCAR and look forward to the continuation of this effective partnership for many years to come. The implementation of these strategic energy projects has been possible thanks to your leadership and unwavering support.
This year marks another milestone in our more than 30-year partnership. In June, we signed four major agreements that will boost oil and gas exploration and production while advancing solar and electrification projects. We hope these projects will also be successfully implemented in the coming years.
I would also like to take this delightful opportunity to congratulate you and the people of Azerbaijan on the Solidarity Day of the World Azerbaijanis and the New Year holidays.
I wish for prosperity, peace and progress for you, your loved ones and all the people of Azerbaijan in the coming year," the letter reads.
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Members of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency,
On behalf of the members of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, we are honored to convey our warmest congratulations and best wishes to you on the occasion of your birthday.
Your visionary leadership, steadfast commitment to Azerbaijan's development, and principled engagement on the international stage have earned you deep respect and admiration across continents. Under your guidance, Azerbaijan has strengthened its sovereignty, advanced inclusive economic growth, and emerged as a trusted partner in promoting dialogue, multilateral cooperation, and regional connectivity.
We commend your dedication to peace, stability, and sustainable development, as well as Azerbaijan's constructive contributions to global agendas—particularly in energy transition, climate action, and intercultural dialogue. These efforts resonate strongly with the mission of our Center, inspired by the humanism and wisdom of Nizami Ganjavi.
On this special day, we extend to you our sincere wishes for good health, continued success, and prosperity. May the years ahead bring renewed strength and fulfillment as you continue to serve the people of Azerbaijan and contribute to global peace and cooperation.
We are looking forward to our meeting at XIII Global Baku Forum in March 2026.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of our highest consideration," the letter reads.
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Željka Cvijanović, Member of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency, Dear President Aliyev,
It is with deep personal joy that I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you on the occasion of your birthday. As a friend and colleague who has had the privilege of witnessing your dedication firsthand, I am truly inspired by the warmth and strength you bring to leadership.
Your visionary guidance has not only elevated Azerbaijan to new heights of prosperity and global influence, but has also touched numerous lives through your commitment to peace, cultural heritage, and economic development. Our shared moments in international forums and bilateral meetings, as well as the growing bond between the peoples of Bosnia and Herzegovina and Azerbaijan, fill me with optimism for even deeper friendship and collaboration ahead.
On this cherished day, I wish you and your loved ones boundless health, happiness, and many more years of fulfillment in steering Azerbaijan toward an even brighter future," the letter reads.
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Altai Efendiev, GUAM Secretary General sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency,
On behalf of the International Secretariat of the Organization for Democracy and Economic Development - GUAM and on my own behalf, I would like to extend our most sincere congratulations on your birthday!
On this occasion, we also want to congratulate you on the impressive achievements in developing your country under your leadership, enhancing its regional and international posture and role. The Republic of Azerbaijan is steadily and successfully transforming into a strong, modern, prosperous country and becoming an increasingly influential actor in regional and global affairs.
We also wish you every success in your persistent and laborious efforts to win and establish a just and lasting peace and to develop an inclusive cooperation in the region after the glorious victory of the liberation war and the complete restoration of the territorial integrity and sovereignty within the internationally recognized borders.
We admire the progress made in the rehabilitation, reconstruction, and reintegration of the liberated lands into the country's social and economic fabric, as well as in the diversification and modernization of the economy.
We commend your leadership in a highly complex and challenging external environment and your principled, consistent stance on key issues in international affairs.
Mr. President, as a regional organization, we stand ready to support your initiatives to promote regional peace, stability, and cohesion by implementing regional projects and initiatives. We are also interested in learning about Azerbaijan's experience that can be shared among the GUAM member states. We value Azerbaijan's contribution to regional cooperation and look forward to further strengthening it within the GUAM framework.
Excellency, once again, I would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations on your birthday and wish you strong health and unquenchable energy to implement all your ideas and initiatives for developing a strong, modern, democratic, and prosperous Azerbaijan," the letter reads.
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Kairat Sarybay, Secretary General of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
I have the distinct honour to convey to Your Excellency my most sincere congratulations and warmest felicitations on the occasion of your birthday.
Your Excellency's dedicated leadership and far-sighted vision have made a significant contribution to the stability, development, and prosperity of the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as in enhancing its growing international standing and constructive engagement in regional and global affairs.
I would also like to express my sincere appreciation for Azerbaijan's active and constructive role within CICA in its Chairmanship capacity, which has made a valuable contribution to advancing the principles and objectives of CICA and to promoting peace and dialogue across Asia.
On this auspicious occasion, I wish Your Excellency robust health and continued success in your noble and responsible mission, as well as further progress and prosperity to the brotherly people of Azerbaijan.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration," the letter reads.
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Rashid Temrezov, Head of the Karachay-Cherkessia Republic sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
On behalf of the residents of Karachay-Cherkessia and on my own behalf, I warmly and sincerely congratulate you on the occasion of your birthday.
Under your leadership, Azerbaijan is demonstrating sustainable development across all spheres while preserving its unique cultural and historical identity.
I thank you for your attention to strengthening friendly ties between our peoples. I am confident that relations between Karachay-Cherkessia and Azerbaijan will continue to grow stronger, creating new opportunities for constructive dialogue.
I wish you strong health, well-being, and new successes in your high mission for the benefit of the Azerbaijani people," the letter reads.
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Rabbi Marc Schneier, President of the Foundation for Ethnic Understanding sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Dear Mr. President,
On this special day marking your 64th birthday, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to you.
Your remarkable ability to value and remember your friends, regardless of distance, is truly admirable. In turn, as you celebrate this milestone, I, along with your countless friends and admirers across the globe, wish you continued success, robust health, prosperity, and a future filled with happiness.
As we honor your birthday, I am reminded of the courage and wisdom you have exhibited as a distinguished statesman of the highest caliber. Your significant achievements have profoundly elevated Azerbaijan's standing in the international community as a legendary beacon of interreligious and intercultural harmony.
When evaluating a leader's legacy through their contributions to humanity, few can rival the impact you have had on Azerbaijan and our world. It fills me with joy to anticipate the many more successes that are yet to come in the years ahead, under your unparalleled leadership.
As I convey my warmest birthday wishes, I also express my gratitude for the privilege of sharing in a portion of your extraordinary journey.
Mr. President, please accept the assurances of my highest consideration and esteem, along with my best wishes for the continued progress and prosperity of the beloved people of the Republic of Azerbaijan," the letter reads.
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Al Hussein bin Abdullah II, Crown Prince of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency,
On the joyous occasion of Your Excellency’s birthday, it gives me great pleasure to extend my sincerest congratulations to you and the people of the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Please accept my best wishes for continued health, happiness, and prosperity," the letter reads.
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Jack Gerard, First Counselor in the Europe Central Area Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency Ilham Aliyev,
On behalf of the Europe Central Area Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please accept our heartfelt congratulations on the occasion of your birthday. It was an honor and a privilege to meet you together with Elder David A. Bednar, of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, during our visit in November. We remain deeply grateful for the gracious time and attention you extended to us.
We wish you continued health, wisdom, and strength as you guide your nation. May the year ahead be filled with success, progress, peace, and joy for you and the people of Azerbaijan," the letter reads.
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Abdul-Vakhed Niyazov, President of the European Muslim Forum, and Members of the Board of the Forum sent a congratulatory letter to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency,
On behalf of the European Muslim Forum (EMF) — a platform representing the interests of Muslims across Greater Europe and uniting leading scholars, community figures, and opinion leaders from 36 European countries — we have the honor, on this day, to extend to Your Excellency our warmest congratulations on the occasion of your birthday.
We take this opportunity to express our profound respect for Your Excellency's leadership and statesmanship, which have played a decisive role in strengthening the sovereignty, stability, and international standing of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Under your wise guidance, Azerbaijan has emerged as an influential and respected actor on the global stage, while faithfully preserving its rich cultural heritage, spiritual values, and Islamic identity.
The European Muslim Forum highly values the constructive relations it enjoys with the Republic of Azerbaijan and holds in great esteem Your Excellency's consistent commitment to dialogue, cooperation, and mutual understanding. As a distinguished Muslim leader within the broader European and Eurasian space, Your Excellency's approach to governance and coexistence serves as an important example of how Islamic values, modern statehood, and intercultural harmony can coexist and mutually reinforce one another.
On this special occasion, we wish Your Excellency continued good health, strength, and success in your noble service to the Azerbaijani people and the Muslim Ummah. We also extend our sincere wishes for lasting peace, prosperity, and further progress for the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of our highest consideration and respect," the letter reads.
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Mohammad Abunayyan, Founder and Chairman of the Board of Directors of ACWA Power of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports.
"Your Excellency,
On behalf of the Board of Directors, management, and the entire ACWA Power family, I extend my warmest congratulations and sincere best wishes to You on the occasion of Your birthday. This day provides a meaningful opportunity to honor Your visionary leadership, which continues to guide the Republic of Azerbaijan toward remarkable achievements across all spheres of national development.
Under Your Excellency’s wise and resolute leadership, Azerbaijan has strengthened its sovereignty, restored its territorial integrity, and inspired immense pride among its citizens while earning deep respect from the international community. The nation’s extraordinary accomplishments, from the successful reintegration and reconstruction of the liberated territories to its emergence as a vital regional and global energy hub, stand as a powerful testament to Your foresight, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the prosperity of Your people.
Your continued emphasis on economic diversification, sustainable development, and the green transition has laid the foundation for a resilient and prosperous future. The honor of hosting COP29 further underscores Azerbaijan’s growing global influence and its leadership in shaping a sustainable and secure energy landscape.
ACWA Power is proud to support and contribute to this transformative journey. Through our partnership, we remain committed to advancing Your Excellency's vision for a cleaner, more secure, and sustainable energy future, while further strengthening the enduring ties between our nations.
Please accept, Your Excellency, the assurances of my highest consideration and my warmest wishes for Your continued health, happiness, and success, and for lasting peace and prosperity for the people of Azerbaijan," the letter reads.
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