President Ilham Aliyev: Our financial situation can be an example for all countries

Baku, May 29 (AzerTAc). ‘Our financial situation can be an example for all countries. Today, Azerbaijan, while contributing to the energy security of other countries, fully meets both its economic and political interests,’ Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev said at the official reception on the occasion of the national holiday of Azerbaijan – the Republic Day. Azerbaijani President said: ‘We do not depend on the support of an international financial institution. This also strengthens our independence. What are the main factors of our independence? The independent policy, the independent foreign policy, the strong army – this is our foundation, the foundation of our independence. Economic independence, energy security, transport security, the possibilities to effectively use the geographical location of the country – these are the factors that determine independence in today's world. We are proud to be independent in the true sense of the word. Independence for us is the biggest asset and the greatest achievement.’