On November 21st, as earlier reported, President of Singapore Tony Tan hosted an official dinner in honor of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, who is on a state visit in this country. 
The presidents made remarks at the dinner.
Expressing pleasure with the visit of Azerbaijani President to his country, Mr. Tony Tan noted that after the diplomatic relations were established between the two countries 18 years ago, the bilateral relations received strong impulse and base on common interest and mutual respect. He, in particular, praised the relations of the two countries within the international organizations, also touching upon the latest economic accomplishments Azerbaijan gained last years. At his words, Azerbaijan has transformed to a strongly developing country with high economic growth. He wished more intensive cooperation of the national companies of the two countries.
President of Azerbaijan expressed gratitude for invitation underlining that like Azerbaijan Singapore also gives special attention to the principles of multiculturalism. President Aliyev thanked the Singaporean counterpart for support during Azerbaijan's election as a UN Security Council member and backing Azerbaijan's fair position in settlement of the Armenia-Azerbaijan, Nagorno Karabakh conflict.
President Aliyev informed about the ongoing economic processes in the country, noting existence of greater potential for further cooperation in versatile fields, including cultural and humanitarian activities.
President of Azerbaijan invited Mr. Tony Tan to pay a visit to his country.

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