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Mon, 03/05/2012 - 13:25
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President says Azerbaijan maintained development dynamics even during global crisis

Azerbaijan, Baku, March 5 / Trend A.Akhundov / Azerbaijan has held good position in the world with its consistent successes in the socio-economic structure achieved during the period after restoring its state independence, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev said in his address to the participants of the Second High-Level Economic Policy Forum held in Baku. The address was read out by state adviser of the Republic of Azerbaijan on economic politics, Vahid Akhundov. According to the address, due to the rapid development the country's economic status has improved in the short period, poverty rate has declined, and significant achievements have been made in various spheres of life. "As a result of efficient reforms, our country maintained development dynamics also during the global crisis. Azerbaijani new development strategy's goals are improving the population's welfare, raising the national income level, as well as increasing competitiveness of the economy. The strategy is aimed at efficient realization of the country's potential, forming a diversified, export-oriented, sustainable economy. From this point of view, in the context of contemporary challenges, keen interest displayed by the World Bank and other influential international experts on issues of assessing our country's prospective opportunities is commendable," the message. President Aliyev expressed his hope that the fruitful discussions held during the forum will create a favorable basis for preparation and implementation of new concepts for further development of Azerbaijan. The Forum will continue until March 6. Do you have any feedback? Contact our journalist at agency@trend.az

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