Baku is getting ready for European Games

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Thursday 30 Apr 2015 - 16:12 Makkah mean time-11-7-1436 Baku, (IINA) - With less than 50 days to go before the start of the Baku 2015 European Games, the country is getting ready to welcome thousands of visitors, AzerNews reported. The European Games is a multi-sport event, which will be held in Baku, Azerbaijan from June 12 until 28. Today, sports fans and other tourists who want to visit the inaugural European Games in the Azerbaijani capital, have googled security and safety information ahead of their visit to reassure themselves that all will be well. Although still unknown to many western European tourists, Azerbaijan has enjoyed much stability and tranquility over the past two decades, a haven of peace and economic growth. There is no doubt that the safety of the first European Games in Baku will be provided at the highest level, expert Arzu Nagiyev said. Azerbaijani law enforcement agencies are fully prepared to ensure the safety of the first European Games, Nagiyev stressed. Hande Apaydin, an expat who spent years in Baku, said, “it is probably one of the safest big cities that I know of.” Azerbaijan society is always helpful and hospitable, Apaydin stressed. Many countries in the world have been categorized as dangerous or unsafe, but not Azerbaijan. The capital city and all the country's regions have much to offer tourists. To ensure that no Armenian sabotage mission endangers the Games, the Azerbaijani armed forces, interior ministry troops, and all military units in general will remain on high alert this June. In the spirit of the Games, Azerbaijan will nevertheless welcome Armenia' sports delegation and ensure that all provisions are made for its safety. All security issues will be resolved at the highest level during the Games, ranging from patrol and inspection service to military units. It is oteworthy that Azerbaijan has recently turned into a favorite host for international events, like the Eurovision Song Contest in 2012, and the 30th European Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships in 2014. Today, the country has enough experience in accommodating foreign guests, entertainment and security. SM/IINA