“Azerbaijan – a supporter of the world. We are ready to begin negotiations on the peace agreement with Armenia based on the fundamental principles of international law, such as territorial integrity, sovereignty and inviolability of internationally recognized borders. Stressing the importance of demonstrating the armenia of a constructive position in this matter, we hope that we hope that we hope that France will support the peaceful agenda in the region. ” This was announced on Monday by the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev in his congratulatory message to the President of France Emmanuel Makron on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries. The text of the document is posted on the website of the head of the Azerbaijani state.
Currently, the main task facing Azerbaijan is the restoration of territories completely destroyed as a result of many years of occupation, the head of the Azerbaijani state said.
Ilham Aliyev highly appreciated the support of France in the demination of liberated territories and attention to the fate of the Azerbaijanis, missing during the first Karabakh war. “We are highly appreciated by France support for the mining process of our liberated territories. At the same time, we welcome the attention of your country to clarifying the fate of about 4,000 of our compatriots who have missing during the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict,” the President of Azerbaijan wrote.
Ilham Aliyev noted that Azerbaijan, where historically lived together and in the consent of the peoples of various civilizations, cultures and religions, is a state conducted by an independent policy based on the will and the interests of the people.
The head of state stressed that, putting an end to the occupation of Armenia of its historical and ancient land, Azerbaijan provided its territorial integrity by fulfilling the UN Security Council resolutions. “The end of the thirty years aggression has created opportunities for cooperation in the region in accordance with the new geopolitical reality. In this regard, the opening of transport and communication lines promises to our region large economic prospects,” said the head of the Azerbaijani state.
I.Aliev believes that the meeting in four-sided format and negotiations initiated by France as the current EU Chairman provided a favorable opportunity to strengthen confidence in the region and ensure lasting peace and stability.