Azerbaijani-French relations and Karabakh issue will be discussed by Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in the course of his 2-day visit to France.

According to Azerbaijani Embassy in France, Azeri President’s negotiations with French FM Bernard Kouchner are scheduled December 9. In the course of the talks, sides will discuss current stage of Karabakh peace process and issues on bilateral relations.

The agreement on mutual lifting of visa regime for short-term visits of diplomats as well as agreement on technical cooperation in taxation sector will be discussed during the visit.

Azerbaijani President will be invited to the official dinner of his French counterpart Nicolas Sarkozy.

Aliyev will also meet with French National Assembly Speaker and Senate Chairman.

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