Azerbaijan, UNESCO discuss current state of cooperation

Paris, April 22, AZERTAC Azerbaijani Minister of Culture and Tourism Abulfas Garayev has met Hao Ping, President of the General Conference and Chairperson of Chinese National Commission for UNESCO. The meeting discussed the current state of Azerbaijan-UNESCO cooperation and the role of the General Conference in the activity of UNESCO. Recalling his visit to Azerbaijan, Mr. Hao Ping hailed the country`s development. Mr. Garayev stressed the importance of discussions on the processes of intercultural dialogue in the modern world during the Conference. The sides also praised friendly relations between Azerbaijan and China, as well as exchanged views over the opportunities for further expansion of cooperation in the fields of science, education and culture. Permanent Delegate of the Republic of Azerbaijan to UNESCO Anar Karimov was also present at the meeting.