In Russia, Heydar Aliyev is recognized as the greatest son of the Azerbaijani people, as a wise politician on an international scale, and as a true friend of our country and nation. Therefore, we are very glad that Heydar Aliyev has become the president of our dear friend Azerbaijan.

Mr. President, your entire life is a vivid example of faithful service to the interests of the state. Thanks to the peaceful and realistic foreign policy, Azerbaijan’s prestige in the region and in the international world is constantly increasing.

Your significant personal contribution to the development and strengthening of long-established friendship, close friendly neighborship and comprehensive cooperation between our countries is well known and appreciated in Russia.