POLITICS
Azerbaijani ambassador to US meets members of American Jewish Congress` representation in Houston
Baku, October 15 (AZERTAC). Azerbaijani ambassador to the United States Elin Suleymanov has met management and members of the American Jewish Congress` representation in Houston.
The ambassador said Azerbaijan meets 40 percent of Israel`s energy needs. Suleymanov noted his country places special attention to the security of all diplomatic representations, including the Israeli Embassy.
The diplomat pointed out the Jewish community in Azerbaijan was actively involved in all areas of public life. Suleymanov stressed Azerbaijan was recognized in the world as a model of tolerance. He added the Azerbaijani leadership attaches special importance to popularization of ethnic and religious diversity.
Representatives of the Congress thanked the Azerbaijani government for its resolute position on fight against all forms of terrorism and radicalism. They described Azerbaijan as a model country for intercultural and interreligious dialogue. They also stressed the necessity of increasing the American society`s knowledge about this image of Azerbaijan.