POLITICS
AZERBAIJAN EMBASSY IN BERLIN ARRANGES RECEPTION ON THE OCCASION OF REPUBLIC DAY
Having greeted and congratulated the guests, ambassador of Azerbaijan to Germany Huseynaga Sadigov told of the history of independence, development of Azerbaijan, its position in the world arena and increasing international prestige. Touching upon Germany-Azerbaijan relations, ambassador noted that these friendly relations have long history. Germany is one of the first states to recognize the independence of Azerbaijan. Following official visit of President of Azerbaijan Heydar Aliyev to Germany in July 1996 the relations between the states began developing more rapidly. Ambassador expressed his confidence that during the tenure of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev Germany-Azerbaijan relations will expand and develop.
The solemn ceremony was rounded off with the concerto of Azerbaijani organist residing in Germany Arif Mirzoyev.