VISIT OF AZERBAIJAN PRESIDENT TO USA SUCCESSFUL
Noting security, energy carriers and development of democracy as major aspects in the USA-Azerbaijan relations, the diplomat stressed necessity of expansion of ties in all spheres. ‘Should we deepen the positive aspects of our ties, we would see that Azerbaijan is an important partner in global combat against terrorism. Azerbaijani soldiers serve within the international peacemakers in Iraq, Afghanistan and Kosovo’.
Emphasizing necessity of strengthening of relations in all fields after this visit, Mr. Hyland said: ‘I hope in the coming months the sides will think over expansion of these relations’.
The American diplomat said after visit of President Aliyev, President George Bush highly assessed the role of Azerbaijan in the field of energy safety. ‘The BTC oil pipeline is about completions. This will be historical date in region. Several years ago it was a mere idea. And this is a reality today’, he stressed.
Jason Hyland conveyed gratitude of his country to Azerbaijan in realization of the huge project. Currently, the world is interested in development of other hydrocarbons in Caspian and delivery from Azerbaijan to the world markets, he said, expressing confidence for further decisive role of Azerbaijan in this cause.
Speaking of security of BTC, Mr. Hyland said the involved countries would ensure security of the pipeline. “Safety of BTC is highly ensured in the territory of Azerbaijan’.
Noting the human rights and development of democracy are the important elements in the USA-Azerbaijan relations, the diplomat said their cooperation would continue in this field. He estimated the meeting of President Ilham Aliyev during his visit to USA with heads of NGOs functioning in Azerbaijan as positive and constructive step.
Speaking of the Armenia-Azerbaijan, Nagorno Karabakh conflict, Mr. Hyland said the problem should be settled in the frame of OSCE Minsk Group. ‘During the visit of Azerbaijan President, the United States once again disclosed its position in this cause’.
Commenting the situation connected to Iran, the diplomat said after the visit, both presidents announced they adhere settlement of the problem by diplomatic means.
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