European Parliament chair: Azerbaijan is a very valuable partner for Europe

Baku, May 22, AZERTAC "Azerbaijan is a very valuable partner for Europe," new chair of the European Parliament Foreign Affairs Committee, German member of the European People's Party David McAllister told a briefing in Milli Majlis. McAllister noted that the European Parliament has always supported Azerbaijan's territorial integrity and sovereignty. "Azerbaijan is a secular country. We think that Azerbaijan can serve as a bridge between Europe, the Muslim world and Asia. We appreciate Azerbaijan's role in promoting intercultural dialogue and are well aware of the importance of the country from the geographical view point. We have to strengthen cooperation with Azerbaijan, as well as our support for the reforms carried out in the country," he said.