The up coming meeting on 28-29 November in Strasbourg, organized with the support of the Council of Europe, brings together Armenian and Azerbaijani representatives of civil society in a variety of fields.
It aims at engaging in a dialogue between participants on future activities promoting mutual understanding and cooperation in the region. Addressing the participants, this first dialogue does not focus on the conflict in the region directly, but on creation of the environment, promoting conflict settlement.The meeting is organized with a view to discuss possible joint actions and to elaborate efficient approaches aimed at promoting a better understanding of the other country through notably education and media. This dialogue is based on the respect of commonly shared values promoted by the Council of Europe, such as Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law, - was informed by one of the participants of the meeting, co-chair of Helsinki Citizens' Assembly (HCA), chair of Azerbaijan National Committee of HCA Arzu Abdullayeva.
Politics
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The President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, has expressed condolences to the President of Germany, Frank-Walter Steinmeier, following the tragic incident in the city of Magdeburg. "We are deeply shocked by the news of the deaths and injuries resulting from the tragic incident that took place at the Christmas market in Magdeburg," the message reads.
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By the order of the head of state, Vusal Aslanov has been appointed Chairman of the Baku Metro CJSC.
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Ilhamiz Guliyev, an activist convicted on drug-related charges, has complained about the poor conditions at the Penitentiary Complex in Umbaki, his relatives reported to the Turan news agency.
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Early on December 21, 8 Ukrainian drones attacked the city of Kazan. The strikes targeted an industrial enterprise and residential buildings. No information about casualties has been reported.
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