Zakir Hasanov: We are carrying out reforms to bring army in line with Turkish model

"On the instructions of the president of our country, we are carrying out reforms in the structure of the Azerbaijani army, similar to the army structure of the Turkish Armed Forces. Turkey provides Azerbaijan with great support in this direction. We have come a long way in this direction," Azerbaijani Defense Minister Colonel-General Zakir Hasanov said at a joint press conference with Turkish National Defense Minister Hulusi Akar, Report informs.

"Once again I want to express my gratitude to the national defense minister, he supports us in all matters. I am sure that the Azerbaijani army will soon increase its combat capability," Z. Hasanov stressed.