Azerbaijan: Accomplishments and Challenges

Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Speaker
Ilham Aliyev
President, Republic of Azerbaijan
Presider
Brent Snowcroft
President, The Snowcroft Group

In his first trip to the United States as head of state, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan will meet with President Bush, where they are expected to discuss a range of issues, including democracy promotion and cooperation in the Caucasus, as well as energy diversification.

Join President Aliyev on the day before this important meeting as he shares with Council members his insight into what he considers the most pressing concerns for Azerbaijan, the region, and ongoing relations with the United States.

8:00 - 8:30 a.m. Breakfast Reception
8:30 - 9:30 a.m. Meeting

Please Note: You are welcome to bring a guest to this event.

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