President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Andy Burnham.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that the letter states:
“Dear Mr. Prime Minister,
I sincerely congratulate you on your appointment as Prime Minister of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.
We attach special importance to the comprehensive development of Azerbaijan-UK relations, which are based on rich and pleasant traditions. The dynamics of our economic and trade cooperation, as well as the deepening and enrichment of our time-tested strategic partnership in the energy sector, are a source of satisfaction.
Companies representing your country are involved in a number of important projects in Azerbaijan and operate effectively in both the oil and non-oil sectors of the country's economy. I would like to specifically highlight our long-standing and successful joint activities with bp in both traditional and renewable energy sectors. The fact that UK companies were among the first foreign entities invited by Azerbaijan following the liberation of our territories, and that they are actively participating in the reconstruction and restoration work currently underway there, testifies to the high level of cooperation between our countries.
I am confident that the friendly relations between Azerbaijan and the United Kingdom will continue to develop successfully through our joint efforts in line with the interests of our peoples, and our partnership will be further strengthened.
I once again convey my congratulations to you and wish you success in your future responsible activities.”
The United Kingdom has long been one of the largest foreign investors in Azerbaijan, with a strategic partnership primarily anchored in the energy sector. Since the liberation of Azerbaijan's territories in 2020, British companies have played a significant role in the ongoing reconstruction efforts, particularly in the Garabagh and East Zangezur economic regions, focusing on infrastructure and green energy initiatives.
