The President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to the newly elected President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, APA reports citing the Presidential press-service.
President Ilham Aliyev also sent a congratulatory letter to newly elected President of the European Union, Charles Michel.
"Dear Mr Michel, I extend my cordial congratulations to you on the occasion of your election as President of the European Council.
I hope that we will make joint efforts for further expansion of Azerbaijan-European Union relations, and comprehensive development and deepening of our cooperation.
I wish you the best of health, happiness, and success in your future responsible activities," the congratulatory letter says.