Azerbaijani president receives former British PM Tony Blair

Mr. Blair recalled the Azerbaijani President's visits to the United Kingdom.

He pointed out the fact leading British companies were operating in Azerbaijan, saying, he was well aware that the country enjoyed the most rapidly growing economy in the world.

President Ilham Aliyev praised the two countries' relations as “rapidly developing”.

“We started our cooperation in the energy sphere and now it covers a wide range of fields,” he said.

The President recalled his last visit to the United Kingdom, saying it was “fruitful” and produced “good results”.

President Aliyev also pointed out the fact a large number of British firms operated in Azerbaijan, calling them “large investors”.

Following the meeting the Azerbaijani President hosted a working dinner in honor of Tony Blair.

/AzerTaj/