(MENAFN- AzerNews) By Laman Ismayilova
Culture Minister Anar Karimov and Ambassador of Chile Rodrigo
Arcos discussed cultural cooperation, Azernews reports, citing the
.
In his speech, Anar Karimov noted that although the distance
between Azerbaijan and Chile is far, there are many cultural values
that unite both nations.
Speaking about Azerbaijan's cultural riches, the minister
pointed out that the state provides continuous support to young
people working in cultural and art fields.
He outlined that there are ample opportunities for the
development of cultural relations between the two countries.
The minister drew attention to cooperation in the field of
classical music, as well as library work, and stressed the
importance of the exchange of experience in this direction.
He emphasized that joint exhibitions and literary evenings can
also contribute to the cultural partnership.
In his turn, Anar Karimov said that it is possible to organize a
discussion about Nobel Prize laureates in literature, Chilean poets
Gabriela Mistral (1889-1957), Pablo Neruda (1904-1973), and others
at relevant higher education institutions.
Anar Karimov also informed the diplomat about the Uzeyir
Hajibayli International Music Festival, which is traditionally held
in Azerbaijan annually.
He invited Chilean musicians to join the festival which unites
musicians from a number of countries.
Mr. Rodrigo Arcos said that Chile is ready to organize joint
cultural projects with Azerbaijan.
He emphasized that such projects can contribute to mutual
recognition of the literature and culture of the two countries.
The meeting continued with the discussion of other issues of
mutual interest.
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