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BAKU – Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Elmar Mammadyarov has met with permanent representatives of European and Asian countries to the United Nations (UN) on Wednesday as a part of his visit to USA.

Mammadyarov noted Azerbaijan put forward its candidacy for a non-permanent seat in the UN Security Council for the 2012-2013 terms. He called on the representatives of European and Asian countries to UN to support Azerbaijan`s bid.

The minister informed the representatives about advantages of Azerbaijan`s membership bid. Azerbaijan`s role in the development of cooperation in the region, as well as in realization of energy and transportation projects were noted in the meeting. The speakers underlined Azerbaijan`s contribution to inter-civilization dialogue.

Mammadyarov briefed the representatives on the negotiations process to settle Armenia-Azerbaijan, Nagorno Karabakh conflict. He expressed regret over the fact that Armenia doesn`t honor UN Security Council`s four resolutions on unconditional withdrawal of the Armenian armed forces from the occupied territories of Azerbaijan.

As a part of his visit to the United States, Mammadyarov met with representatives of Tompson Reuters, CNN, Associated Press, Inner City Press and Summit Energy.

The minister provided information about main priorities of Azerbaijan`s foreign policy. Mammadyarov also touched on economic achievements of the country.

The chief diplomat said his country is "active" participant of regional projects and initiated various international projects.

He also updated journalists on the negotiation process over the Karabakh conflict.

On the Azerbaijan-US relations, the minister said the countries enjoy "effective" cooperation.