Esteemed Dmitry Anatolyevich,
On the occasion of public holiday - Russia Day, I extend my sincere congratulations to you and all people of Russia.
Friendly Russia successfully implements large-scale programs on modernization of economy and social sphere and improvement of political system. The country's prestige increases and positions strengthen in the international community.
Azerbaijan-Russia friendly and neighborly relations based on trust and mutual support are deeply rooted in history.
I am confident that good traditions, inter-state relations and comprehensive cooperation will continue to develop and expand for the interest of our peoples, peace and stability in the Caucasus.
Esteemed Dmitry Anatolyevich, I wish you robust health, happiness, new successes and all people of Russia prosperity and progress.{nl}

Respectfully,
Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, June 2, 2010