OREANDA-NEWS. December 2, 2009. Former Prime Minister, Tony Blair recalled President Ilham Aliyev’s visits to the United Kingdom. Pointing out the fact that, Great Britain is represented by its leading companies in Azerbaijan, the guest emphasized his awareness of the rapidly growing economy of Azerbaijan in the world.

The President mentioned that the relations between the two countries had been developing rapidly, and the cooperation that had initiated in the field of energy currently covered various fields. Recalling his last visit to the United Kingdom, President Ilham Aliyev characterized it as a fruitful visit and the one that had produced positive outcomes. The President talked about the wide range of British firms that operate within the country and heavily invest in Azerbaijan.

Following the meeting, President Ilham Aliyev hosted a working dinner in honor of British Prime Minister, Tony Blair.