Azerbaijan, Baku, August 4 / Trend /
Nakhchivan and its population had a great service and contribution in Azerbaijan's re-gaining its independence, the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev stated in the ceremony dedicated to the 85th anniversary of Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic of Azerbaijan on August 4, AzTV state television reported.
"Nakhchivan's power means Azerbaijan's power. Nakhchivan is located on a strategic territory. Nakhchivan assumes great political and strategic importance," the State Head said.
President expressed his confidence that as always, Nakhchivan population will make their worthy contribution to strengthening Azerbaijan's state independence, developing the country as a modern state.