Dear Mr. Hassan Rouhani,
I cordially congratulate you on your election as the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
I attach great importance to relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Islamic Republic of Iran.
These relations are based on the will of our peoples, who historically have lived in an atmosphere of good neighbourhood and friendship.
Our peoples are bound together by shared spiritual values and traditions, as well as mutual trust and confidence, which have stood the test of time.
I am confident that we will further make joint efforts to successfully continue our intergovernmental relations, which were established on solid foundations, and bilateral and multilateral cooperation in the best interests of our countries and peoples.
I congratulate you once again, and wish you robust health, happiness, and successes in your activities for the prosperity of the Iranian people.
Sincerely,
 

Ilham Aliyev
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Baku, June 16, 2013