Islamabad: On the occasion of Azerbaijan's Independence Day, Asif Ali Zardari, President of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan, extended his warmest and most cordial felicitations to the President of Azerbaijan, the government, and the brotherly people of Azerbaijan.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Zardari highlighted the strong fraternal relationship between Pakistan and Azerbaijan, which is rooted in shared faith, cultural heritage, and common values. Over the years, the bilateral ties between the two nations have evolved into a robust partnership characterized by mutual trust and understanding. This relationship is marked by steadfast support on issues of core national interest.

President Zardari also commended the socio-economic progress and prosperity achieved by Azerbaijan under the leadership of its president. He emphasized Pakistan's commitment to further deepening bilateral cooperation, particularly in areas such as trade, energy connectivity, defense collaboration, and people-to-people exchanges, for the mutual benefit of both nations.

Concluding his message, President Zardari expressed his best wishes for the good health and happiness of the Azerbaijani president and for the continued peace, progress, and prosperity of the people of Azerbaijan.