Washington: US President Donald Trump has expressed optimism about the ongoing partnership between the United States and Azerbaijan, highlighting key areas of collaboration in a congratulatory letter to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev on Independence Day.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Trump acknowledged the strong relationship between the two nations, emphasizing the importance of their partnership in combating terrorism, enhancing energy security, and pursuing peace with neighboring countries. The letter underscored the progress made over more than 30 years of diplomatic relations and expressed a commitment to further cooperation on security, economic, and energy development priorities.