Baku, March 30, AZERTAC

A reception marking 25th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and China has been held in Baku.

Participants viewed photo exhibition reflecting relations between the two countries.

The event brought together MPs, representatives of the diplomatic corps accredited in Azerbaijan.

Ambassador of China to Azerbaijan Wei Jinghua highlighted deep roots of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The diplomat stressed the role of national leader Heydar Aliyev in development of friendly relations between Azerbaijan and China. He also spoke about the importance of state visit of President Ilham Aliyev to China.

Minister of Transport, Communication and high Technologies Ramin Guluzade extended congratulations on behalf of Azerbaijan`s Government. The Minister said relations between the two countries successfully developed across the last period on the base of principles of friendship and mutual fruitful partnership.

Mr. Guluzade also highlighted steadily developing relations between Azerbaijan and China. “Azerbaijan is situated in the center of the Great Silk Road. The country is an important participant of the international transport, logistics projects. Close cooperation also covered humanitarian, cultural, scientific-educational fields. Holding the days of culture in Azerbaijan and China, exchange of students programs describe level of our cooperation,” he added.

The Minister also highlighted the role of reciprocal visits and documents signed in steadily development of ties between the two countries. He said there is great potential for further boosting ties. “We particularly appreciate China`s support to Azerbaijan`s just position in solving the Armenia-Azerbaijan, Nagorno-Karabakh conflict,” he concluded.

The event featured a concert program.