Baku: President of the People's Republic of China Xi Jinping has sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, APA reports. The letter expresses Xi Jinping's gratitude for Aliyev's congratulatory note on the occasion of the Spring Festival. On behalf of the Chinese Government and its people, Xi Jinping extended cordial congratulations to the Azerbaijani President, the Government, and the people of Azerbaijan on the traditional Novruz holiday.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Xi Jinping emphasized the strong comprehensive strategic partnership between China and Azerbaijan. He noted that mutual political trust has been reinforced in recent years, with ongoing development in cooperation across various spheres. Xi Jinping highlighted his commitment to advancing China-Azerbaijan relations and expressed his readiness to collaborate with President Aliyev to further enhance and elevate the strategic partnership to benefit both nations' citizens.

In conclusion, Xi Jinping wished President Aliyev robust health and well-being, underlining the importance of the relationship between the two countries.