On behalf of the Azerbaijani people and on my own behalf, I cordially congratulate you and your people on your national holiday - the founding of the United Arab Emirates.
I am sure that we will continue to make joint efforts to strengthen and develop friendly and cooperative relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates.
I wish you robust health, successes in your activities and the brotherly people of the UAE peace and prosperity.{nl}

Sincerely,

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, November 22, 2010