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Azerbaijan, China discuss cooperation prospects in field of civil aviation

Azerbaijan, China discuss cooperation prospects in field of civil aviation

Baku, August 31, AZERTAC

Azerbaijan and China have discussed prospects for cooperation in the field of civil aviation and the development of tourism as President of AZAL Jahangir Asgarov met with Ambassador of China to the country Guo Min.

During the meeting, the sides discussed the resumption of flights between the capitals of Azerbaijan and China. “These steps indicate the desire of both sides to expand cooperation, which will contribute to the strengthening of business ties, cultural exchanges and the development of tourism between the two countries.”

The parties discussed the prospects of opening direct flights between Baku and the capital of Sichuan province in China. “Chengdu, with its rich architecture and historical monuments, is of great interest to tourists and travelers.

We remind you that earlier, during the working visit of head of Baku City Executive Authority Eldar Azizov to the province of Sichuan at the invitation of the Administration of the People's Republic of China, the governor of Sichuan, Huang Qian, expressed the interest of the Chinese side in opening the Chengdu-Baku flight. According to the Memorandum of Understanding signed by the parties, friendly and partnership relations were established between Baku and the Province of Sichuan.”

President of AZAL Jahangir Asgarov and Ambassador Guo Min expressed confidence that such initiatives are aimed at strengthening relations between the two countries and creating new prospects for the development of tourism and business.

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