[Congressional Record Volume 147, Number 139 (Tuesday, October 16, 2001)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1900]
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                     CONGRATULATIONS TO AZERBAIJAN

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                            HON. DAN BURTON

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, October 16, 2001

  Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I would like to present my most 
sincere congratulations to President Aliyev on the occasion of the 10th 
anniversary of the restoration of Azerbaijan's independence. The past 
several years have proven your nation's commitment to democracy, and I 
encourage you to continue your efforts aimed at strengthening 
Azerbaijan's independence, territorial integrity, and sovereignty. We, 
in the U.S. Congress, appreciate Azerbaijan's friendship and support, 
especially in these times of the international campaign against 
terrorism. Please, accept, Mr. President, my best wishes to yourself 
and the Azerbaijani people on this anniversary.

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