His Excellency Mr Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Your Excellency,

May I offer my sincere congratulations on your re-election as President of the Republic of Azerbaijan.

In the forthcoming presidential term, we look forward to your continued success in leading Azerbaijan and in ensuring that Azerbaijan remains one of the foremost international energy partners, delivering reliable and secure energy across the world during a period of significant transition in the world`s energy systems.

Statoil greatly values its partnership with Azerbaijan, which is founded in large part on the Republic of Azerbaijan`s trust placed in our company.

Again, Your Excellency, please accept my congratulations on your re-election and the assurances of my highest consideration.

Sincerely,

Eldar Saetre

Chief Executive Officer of Statoil