A.Hajili: interest to the Karabakh conflict in the USA decreased
"In America, the interest to Azerbaijan has grown significantly, as compared to a few years ago. At the same time, Washington's main priorities remain the same: democracy, energy and security. Although, unfortunately interest to the Karabakh conflict decreased slightly," said the chief of staff of "Musavat" party, Arif Hajili, who is currently in I the USA, in his interview with the Washington correspondent.
"Ten years ago, when I was in the USA, all were interested in the Karabakh conflict. Then there was a special Department for the Karabakh conflict. Now the attention is focused on Iran," said Hajili.
He does not agree with the statements of the Azerbaijani authorities, that time works for Azerbaijan and considers it a propaganda clichés.
Hajili is in the USA at the invitation of organizations dealing with democracy and human rights issues.
The purpose of the visit is to exchange views on the situation in the country before the presidential elections in 2013.
"During the meetings I had discussions on the problem of South Azerbaijan. I met with many scientists, representatives of various institutions and officials. Meetings continue," said Hajili.
Commenting on the activation of lobbyists of Azerbaijani power in the USA and the activities of the SOCAR, Hajili said that he had met "not with lobbyists, who make efforts to provide reign of democracy in Azerbaijan." -25B –
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