Baku, Azerbaijan, Nov. 25
By Anakhanum Hidayatova – Trend:
The Latvian Independence Day was celebrated in Baku Nov. 25.
In November 1918, an act of independence was declared in Riga, according to which Latvia became an independent state.
Ambassador of Latvia to Azerbaijan Juris Maklakovs greeted the guests of the event.
There are strong political relations between Azerbaijan and Latvia, the diplomat said, adding that his country is interested in strengthening the bilateral economic ties.
Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister Mahmud Mammad-Guliyev also addressed the event.
He congratulated the people of Latvia on the Independence Day on behalf of the people and the leadership of Azerbaijan.
Mammad-Guliyev said the two countries have recently undertaken many steps to develop bilateral relations. He also said that a lot of mutual visits have recently taken place between Azerbaijan and Latvia, adding that this will be continued.
---
Follow the author on Twitter: @Anahanum