President of Northern Cyprus: 'I am very proud to be in Baku'

The President of Northern Cyprus, Ersin Tatar, said he was very proud to be in Baku during his speech at the exhibition organized as part of the Culture and Presentation Days of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Report informs.

He said that his visit to Baku is very important for the further development of relations with Azerbaijan: "Northern Cyprus is still fighting. The Turkish Cypriot people have been subjected to sanctions in all areas. The resistance of our people against these sanctions is commendable. Azerbaijan also have many martyrs and fought many battles for its independence. The victory in Karabakh once again showed the strength of our brothers to the whole world."