Vladimir Putin congratulates Ilham Aliyev on his 60th birthday

Russian President Vladimir Putin made a phone call to President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on December 24, according to the Kremlin press service.

The Russian leader congratulated Ilham Aliyev on his birthday anniversary, and wished him success in his activities and the best of health.

Hailing the successful development of Azerbaijan-Russia friendly relations based on strategic partnership in all areas, the heads of state expressed their confidence that bilateral ties would continue to strengthen.

During the phone conversation, the sides recalled with pleasure the Sochi meeting, and discussed the issues related to prospects for bilateral cooperation.

Earlier, Vladimir Putin send Ilham Aliyev the congratulatory telegram to congratulate him on his birthday.