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Azerbaijan National Independence Party speaks against closure of foreign radio stations

06 January 2009 [11:34] - TODAY.AZ
The National Independence Party of Azerbaijan condemns the decision by the National Television and Radio Council about closure of foreign radio stations - Azadlyg, Voice of America and BBC, reports Day.Az with reference to the press service for the party.

As is reported, the party says such actions restrict access to alternative information and do not promote democratic development.

"It is necessary to respect basic human rights. These radio stations are widely recognized in the Azerbaijani society and they functioned for strengthening democracy. Restricting their broadcasting means restricting information.

The party calls on the authorities to review the decision to discontinue broadcasting of foreign radio stations on the national FM frequencies of Azerbaijan", says the statement.

/Day.Az/
URL: http://www.today.az/news/politics/49948.html

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