President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, on behalf of the people and Government of Turkmenistan, as well as on his own behalf, sent heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and all the fraternal people of the country on the occasion of the national holiday – Independence Day of Azerbaijan.

"Today, the Republic of Azerbaijan is confidently moving along the path of progress and dynamic development, plays an important role in regional and international processes. We are convinced that fraternal relations between Turkmenistan and the Republic of Azerbaijan, based on the principles of good neighborliness, friendship and mutual understanding, will continue to develop dynamically for the benefit of the bright future of our peoples," the message says.

Taking this opportunity, the Head of state expressed sincere wishes to President Ilham Aliyev for good health, happiness and further success in responsible government activities, and peace, well–being and prosperity to the fraternal people of Azerbaijan.