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23 September 2011 [13:11] - Today.Az


Azerbaijan has develops as a democratic, civilized nationwith a cultural and tolerant people for 20 years, Azerbaijani Presidential Administration Social and Political Department Chief Ali Hasanov said at an international event dedicated to the 20th anniversary of Azerbaijan’s state independence, which kicked off in Baku today.

"During the Soviet period, Azerbaijan occupied the leading positions in oil and gas production. After independence, Azerbaijan has become known as a country involved in a military conflict with Armenia, and in 1993-1994 - as one of the countries participating in the international project of TRACECA. Azerbaijan has also become known as an alternative site for the transport communications and since 1994 as an alternative energy source," Hasanov said.


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