Azerbaijani MPs welcome French Assembly vote on Corsica autonomy

The Azerbaijani Milli Majlis Support Group for the People of Corsica has issued a statement on a draft constitutional law adopted by the French National Assembly.

Report presents the statement released by the Milli Majlis:

"The adoption by the French National Assembly of a draft constitutional law providing for the recognition of Corsica's special autonomous status within the French Republic is an important milestone for the Corsican people. The draft law provides for granting Corsica broader self-government powers, taking into account the island's historical, cultural, social and geographical characteristics. In this regard, it is viewed as an important political outcome of the peaceful, democratic and consistent struggle waged by the Corsican people over many years.

As the Milli Majlis Support Group for the People of Corsica, we highly appreciate the determination, resolve and commitment of the Corsican people to democratic principles and sincerely welcome them. The determination and resolve shown by the Corsican people in defining their future once again demonstrate that the legitimate demands of peoples sooner or later find their reflection at the political level. In this regard, the decision adopted by the French National Assembly is not only a legislative act, but also an important political achievement in the long-standing struggle of the Corsican people.

We hope that the French Senate will also demonstrate historical responsibility by supporting the decision adopted by the French National Assembly and thereby express respect for the democratic will of the Corsican people. The Milli Majlis Support Group for the People of Corsican will continue to support the objective assessment by the international community of the Corsican people's legitimate rights, democratic will and peaceful political struggle."