Agrarian Industry

Agrarian Industry

Minister of Economy and Industry of Azerbaijan meets Secretary General of the International Organization of Vine and Wine

31 October 2013 08:28 (UTC +04:00)

Baku. Agshin Rafigoglu – APA-Economics. The Minister of Economy and Industry of Azerbaijan Shahin Mustafayev received the deputies of the French parliament, heads of a number of regions, as well as the Secretary General of the International Organization of Vine and Wine Federico Castelluchi, who are on a visit to Baku.

Mustafayev stressed that relations between Azerbaijan and France in political, economic and humanitarian spheres are developing successfully, and added that the two countries have a great potential for bilateral cooperation.

It was noted that the opening of Azerbaijan House in France and the French Lyceum in Azerbaijan will contribute to the expansion of bilateral relations. Wine festivals held in France and Azerbaijan also play a significant role in enhancing cooperation between the business communities of both countries.

Reminding wine festival which will soon take place in Ganja, Mustafayev said that the growing interest in activities such as exhibitions, presentations and business forums will play a positive role in the development of bilateral relations. The minister stressed that trade relations between the two countries have developed smoothly. He noted the importance of increasing the range of products in mutual trade.

Mustafayev also added that Azerbaijan is a reliable partner, economic and cultural center of the region, and stressed that the country had created the political and macroeconomic stability and favorable conditions for investors.

The President of the Supreme Council of Burgundy Jon André Villers, a senator of the French Parliament Juel melamine - Gage noted that the relations between the two countries are developing and economic cooperation is expanding. They expressed hope that economic ties will continue to develop.