BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 26. The number of Russian
tourists visiting Azerbaijan could reach one million next year,
Russia’s Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to
Azerbaijan, Mikhail Yevdokimov said, Trend reports.
He made the announcement during the “Investments in the Caspian
Region” business panel in Baku.
"Russian-Azerbaijani relations continue to develop actively, and
Azerbaijan is becoming an increasingly popular destination for
Russian tourists.
More and more Russians are traveling to Azerbaijan. And not only
to the beautiful white city of Baku, but also, of course, to Sea
Breeze," he said.
The ambassador noted that close humanitarian, economic, and
social ties exist between the two countries.
“Many Russians live in Azerbaijan, and many Azerbaijanis live in
Russia. These are strong ties between the two countries and between
the people,” the ambassador emphasized.
Yevdokimov also stated that trade turnover between the two
countries is approaching $5 billion, and the parties are working to
develop non-oil exports.
“We work with national currencies, the ruble and the manat. We
have no problems with financing,” Yevdokimov noted.
He also noted that a meeting between Russian and Azerbaijani
parliamentarians will take place in Azerbaijan in June.
At the same time, the diplomat expressed hope for an increase in
tourist traffic.
“We do hope to reach one million Russian tourists in Azerbaijan
next year,” Yevdokimov added.
According to him, international events, including the Formula 1
Azerbaijan Grand Prix and the Dream Fest, are generating additional
interest in Azerbaijan among Russian tourists.
