Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of congratulations to Yoshihide Suga on his election as Prime Minister of Japan.

“We attach a particular importance to the comprehensive development of our friendly and cooperative relations with Japan. I believe that we will put joint efforts to further strengthen the ties between our countries and successfully develop our mutually beneficial collaboration,” the head of state said in his letter.

“I extend my best wishes to you and wish you strong health, happiness and success in your responsible endeavor for the sake of prosperity of the friendly people of Japan,” President Ilham Aliyev added.