POLITICS
UNICEF KEEN IN EXPANSION OF LINKS WITH AZERBAIJAN
Greeting the guest, Mr. Alaskarov expressed satisfaction with his activity in the Republic. Azerbaijan attaches special attention to protection of the rights of children, the Speaker said. Incumbent President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev is continuing the relevant political course pursued by national leader of Azerbaijan Heydar Aliyev. The Country’s Parliament has adopted a number of laws, ratified several international Conventions. Azerbaijan is interested in cooperation with the United Nations and its relevant structures.
Then, Speaker of Azerbaijan Parliament dwelled on the Armenia-Azerbaijan, Nagorny Karabakh conflict, stressing that most of all the children suffer form this situation.
Chairman of Azerbaijan Parliament wished success to Mr. Akif Saatchioglu in his further activity.
Noting his satisfaction with the protection of children rights in the Country, Akif Saatchioglu said that the works realized under the direction of the national leader of Azerbaijan Heydar Aliyev and President Ilham Aliyev in this field are example to other countries. The UN Children Fund, as well, as its other structures is also keen in expansion of links with Azerbaijan. The Fund’s Representation has published a book dealing with these works in the Republic of Azerbaijan. The book will be translated into English and distributed among the world countries. I hope you will continue the current political course, Mr. Saatchiolgu said.
Also were exchanged views on a number of other issues of mutual interest.