New British envoy says ties with Azerbaijan strong

Azad Azarbaycan TV, Baku
7 Jul 07

[Presenter] The UK’s position on the Nagornyy Karabakh settlement has
not changed. The London government supports a solution to the conflict
within the framework of Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity,
newly-appointed British ambassador to Azerbaijan Carolyn Brown has
said. Brown arrived in Azerbaijan yesterday to embark on her duties.

[Correspondent over video of Brown speaking to reporters] The new
ambassador knows Azerbaijan.

[Passage omitted: details about her biography still scanty]

[Brown, speaking in English with Azeri voice-over] I am very pleased to
be here. I first came to Azerbaijan in 1999. This is a great turning
point. Your country has made a very interesting impression on me since
my arrival. I am delighted about my appointment at the time when
UK-Azerbaijani ties are so strong and developing. I am delighted to be
here as a member of a group calling for Azerbaijan’s future successes.

[Correspondent] Both Armenians and Azerbaijanis live in Britain. The
ambassador said that her country’s position on the Nagornyy Karabakh
settlement has not changed. The fact of occupation is recognized and
the state’s [Azerbaijan’s] international rights should be protected.

[Brown] My government’s position on the Nagornyy Karabakh conflict is
known well. We have always supported a resolution to Nagornyy Karabakh
within the framework of Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity and we will
continue to do so. We have repeatedly stated this. The British
government regards as acceptable the use of international mediators’
help in the conflict resolution. This is the best means. We would also
be pleased to participate in this process.

[Passage omitted: Brown to closely familiarize herself with her mission
here]