On November 26th, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received the credentials of the newly-appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of Australia James Martin Larsen.
Ambassador James Martin Larsen reviewed the guard of honor.
James Martin Larsen handed his credentials to President Ilham Aliyev.
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev then had a conversation with the Ambassador.
Noting that the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Commonwealth of Australia enjoyed good relationship, the head of state recalled with pleasure his meeting with the Prime Minister of Australia and their discussions on the development of bilateral ties between the two countries. President Ilham Aliyev stressed the necessity of carrying out work to study prospects of ties, mutual business and investment opportunities between the two countries.
The newly-appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Commonwealth of Australia James Martin Larsen said his country was interested in developing bilateral bonds with Azerbaijan on various fronts, including political, economic and other areas. The diplomat said he would spare no efforts towards expanding the bilateral relations.

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