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By Amina Nazarli

The invaluable relationship between Azerbaijan and China was reinforced at a solemn reception to mark National Holiday of China in Baku on September 28.

The officials of state and government, MPs, and public representatives joined the ceremony to celebrate the 66th anniversary of the People's Republic of China.

China's Ambassador to Baku Hong Tsyuin addressed the event, speaking about the development of China, and achievements in economy and culture.

He said Azerbaijan and China are reliable partners and friends, and that China praises Azerbaijan’s beneficial cooperation and friendship, expressing his confidence the relations between the two states would further develop.

Minister of Youth and Sport Azad Rahimov, for his part, congratulated the participants and wished the Chinese people peace and tranquility.

The minister said China was one of the first countries to recognize Azerbaijan’s independence and highlighted steadily developing bilateral cooperation in various fields.

He said the reciprocal visits and the documents signed have greatly contributed to further deepening relations between the two countries.

The Minister thanked China for support in settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict within the principles and norms of international law.

China recognized the independence of Azerbaijan in 1991. The diplomatic relations between two countries were established in 1992 and in the same year the Chinese embassy in Azerbaijan was opened. A year later Azerbaijan decided to open its embassy in China.

Azerbaijan and China permanently support each other on international organizations.
China is a huge opportunity and a priority market for Azerbaijan. More than 50 agreements were signed between the two countries.

The trade turnover between China and Azerbaijan amounted to $288.4 million in the first six months of 2015, some $259.3 million of which were accounted for Azerbaijan's import operations.

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