BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 23. An event marking
United Nations Day was held at the United Nations (UN) Resident
Coordinator’s Office in Turkmenistan in Ashgabat. The Republic of
Azerbaijan was represented at the event by a special stand
organised by the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in
Turkmenistan.
According to the press service of the embassy, Deputy Minister
of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Mehri Bashimova, accompanied by
representatives of the diplomatic corps, visited the Azerbaijani
stand.
The stand allocated to the Embassy featured information on
Azerbaijan’s rich historical and cultural heritage, national values
and traditions, as well as the country’s economic and tourism
potential. Products manufactured under the “Made in Azerbaijan”
brand were also displayed. Among the products presented,
Azerbaijan’s “Istisu” mineral water attracted particular
interest.
Guests were also offered a selection of delicious dishes and
sweets from Azerbaijani national cuisine. Participants received
information about the traditional dishes and confectionery and were
invited to sample the rich flavours of Azerbaijani cuisine.
In addition, books and brochures on Azerbaijan’s history,
culture, carpet-making traditions, arts and tourism potential were
displayed and distributed among the event participants.
The event programme also featured the national traditions and
musical cultures of various countries. Azerbaijani national dances
performed as part of the programme were warmly received by the
guests.
