Azerbaijani Ambassador to Russia Polad Bulbuloglu: The general direction shows that Nagorno Karabakh problem is about to be solved
30 May 2011 [12:40] - TODAY.AZ
Interview with Azerbaijani Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary ambassador to Russia, Polad Bulbuloglu.
Mr. Ambassador, how would you comment on the Deauville statement of the presidents of Russia, US and France?
This is a very important statement. I think that this is a timely
statement. For the first time, there is a deadline for the negotiations
on Nagorno Karabakh problem to have results. It shows that the leaders
of super powers want to solve this problem and of course within the
framework of the international law. The international law is on our
side. The question is compromise, some additions. I think the most
important thing is to take the first step, if the presidents reach a
common agreement, the details – where, when, how much, how – will be
covered there. The main thing is to reach a principled agreement.
In June, Azerbaijan, Armenia and Russia will hold meeting on the
level of presidents and foreign ministers. Can one expect something new
from this meeting with respect to the solution of the problem?
One-on-one meetings will be held in June on the level of foreign
ministers and presidents. The general
direction shows that Nagorno Karabakh problem is about to be solved.
How do you assess Russia’s activity in the solution of Nagorno
Karabakh problem and how can this activeness contribute to the solution
of the conflict?
Russia and personally President Dmitry Medvedev have been making
efforts towards the solution of the Nagorno Karabakh problem within the
framework of the norms of the international law. This is very important
for us. Though other countries have their say, Russia is our biggest
neighbor. Historically Russia had an influence in the Caucasus and it
will be so henceforth. Much depends on the position and attitude of
Russia. As you know, the negotiations are being carried on the level of
presidents of three countries. This is very important. Russia and
President Dmitry Medvedev play a particular role in the solution of
Nagorno Karabakh conflict.
What is the level of Russia-Azerbaijan relations?
Azerbaijan has particular attitude towards Russia. One can see it while
remembering our recent joint events with Russia. The participation of
Azerbaijani and Russian first ladies in the event “Azerbaijani night” in
the Kremlin on May 17 and interest of the Russian public in the event
should be especially underlined. 6000-seat Kremlin Palace was full. One
felt pride that Azerbaijan and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva have such
prestige.
The event on the Republic Day – May 28 is also memorable. Over 1000
people attended the event. Ambassadors of 40 countries accredited in
Russia attended the reception on the occasion of the Republic Day. When I
started working here in 2006, there were hardly 150-200 people in our
receptions. Such events allow us work more comfortably in Moscow, feel
strong. All this shows that there are great improvements in the
bilateral relations.
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