Davos: President Ilham Aliyev expressed his hope that members of the European Parliament would reconsider their policy towards Azerbaijan, which he described as unfair. During an interview with Euronews TV in Davos, he commented on the ongoing criticism his country faces from the European Parliament.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Aliyev stated that Azerbaijan ceased cooperation with the European Parliament and the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe many years ago. He attributed the biased stance against Azerbaijan to special lobbying groups and forces opposed to Azerbaijan’s independent policy. He emphasized that Azerbaijan continues to maintain relations with the European Commission, which he considers sufficient.
President Aliyev also addressed accusations regarding Azerbaijan’s position towards Armenia, highlighting that Armenia appreciates its relationship with Azerbaijan. He mentioned the peace deal initialed between Armenia and Azerbaijan in the White House last August. He reiterated his hope that the European Parliament would find the courage to reassess its policy towards Azerbaijan.