Baku not against Armenian presence at NATO exercises – Azeri official

ANS TV, Baku
14 Jun 04

[Presenter Leyla Hasanova] Deputy Foreign Minister Araz Azimov has
commented on the planned visit of Armenian officers [to Baku to attend
NATO exercises].

[Azimov shown speaking to microphone] This event in Baku is being held
by NATO. All partner countries are allowed to and must take part in
NATO events. Official Baku is not against the participation of two
Armenian officers.

[Correspondent] Do you take into account the public discontent?

[Azimov] The reason for the discontent is clear and normal. At the
same time, we should take into account all aspects of this issue.