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Mehmet Ali Shahin: "We are ready to help develop local football"

09 August 2006 [15:32] - TODAY.AZ
"Azerbaijan and Turkey will cooperate in organizing joint trainings of sportsmen as well as in struggle against doping and several other spheres," said Turkish State Minister Mehmet Ali Shahin, who is visiting Azerbaijan.

He said during the meeting with Azerbaijani Youth and Sports Minister Azad Rahimov, they exchanged views on organizing joint events on the eve of Olympic Games and cooperation with international organizations.

"We can help Azerbaijan to develop its football. We have football specialists working in Azerbaijan. And, we are ready to provide assistance to develop this sphere. According to the agreement, our teams will have mutual matches to gain experience," Mr. Shahin said.

/APA/

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