Kazakhstan, Astana,
Dec. 24 / Trend , K.Konirova/ "Delimitation of the Caspian Sea has been
partially coordinated with Iran and Turkmenistan," Deputy Foreign Minister of
Azerbaijan Khalaf Khalafov said to Astana-based Trend correspondent.
"We are negotiating with Iran and Turkmenistan. And the main focus of the talks
is delimitation of the Caspian Sea bed," said Khalafov.
According to the Minister, "there is progress in the negotiations", but he did
not specify it as it is too specific and that is an area for the work of
specialists and experts.
"We try to maintain the rhythm of the negotiations to reach soonest agreement
on all issues. Part of the issues has been agreed upon, but we partially continue
the discussion," he said.
Minister that all parties are interested in resolving this issue.
Khalafov find it difficult to answer when the negotiations on delimitation of
the seabed may be completed.
"It is difficult to say when the talks will be concluded, as many aspects
require careful consideration. But all countries want a soon solution and they
seek an agreement," said Khalafov.
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