The fact that AzerTAc`s correspondent is going to start working in Beijing and Xinhua`s reporter in Baku will contribute expansion of China-Azerbaijan information cooperation, Chinese ambassador to Azerbaijan Zhang Yannian said at a meeting held at the Azerbaijani State Telegraph Agency.
AzerTAc Director General Aslan Aslanov underlined the importance of expansion of ties between national news agencies for strengthening friendly relations between the two countries and peoples. He noted AzerTAc and Xinhua established bilateral ties in 2003.
The Director pointed out President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev presides over rapid economic growth of the country. According to him, Azerbaijan`s becoming a regional leader, one of world`s fastest growing economies has a positive impact on expansion of AzerTAc`s international relations.
The ambassador pointed out China is interested in expanding ties with Azerbaijan, adding information exchange plays a special role in developing these ties. He stressed the importance of AzerTAc-Xinhua cooperation and opening of bureaus in Baku and Beijing.
The diplomat said China and Azerbaijan are effectively cooperating in a variety of fields.
Yannian expressed his willingness to provide his assistance to expand AzerTAc-Xinhua relations even more.

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