Baku: In a message of goodwill, Zoran Milanovic, President of the Republic of Croatia, extended his warmest congratulations to Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on the occasion of his birthday. President Milanovic conveyed his wishes for good health and much success in Aliyev's personal and professional life.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Milanovic expressed confidence in the continued strengthening and deepening of mutual friendship and bilateral cooperation between Croatia and Azerbaijan. He highlighted the importance of joint efforts to improve economic relations between the two nations.

The Croatian President concluded his message by wishing progress and prosperity for the citizens of Azerbaijan and reaffirmed his highest consideration for President Aliyev.