It's well-known that Western media publish a lot of articles presenting an unfavourable picture of Azerbaijan. However, one should admit that articles praising Azerbaijan's achievements are also published in Germany.It's well-known that Western media publish a lot of articles presenting an unfavourable picture of Azerbaijan. The country's authorities even say that there is a large-scale campaign against Azerbaijan. However, one should admit that articles praising Azerbaijan's achievements are also published in Germany.
For instance, Die Welt published an article by Knut Teske headlined "Baku, die Stadt des Lichtes und der Flammen" ("Baku, the city of Lights and Flames"). According to the author, Baku is a European city in a true sense, but it's still a unique place. He also underlines that Baku is a very beautiful and rich city, that is now undergoing a revival.
Die Welt also praises Azerbaijani society's secular character and says that Azerbaijan is facing several problems, including Iran's attempts to destabilize the political situation in the country and the Karabakh conflict. The author stresses the fact that Armenia was the first one to provoke the conflict.
The newspaper also published another article about Baku written by the head of the Goethe-Institut office in Tbilisi, Stephan Wackwitz. He also stresses the secular model of Azerbaijan and compares the country with neighbouring Iran. No one would imagine the Eurovision contest being held in Tehran, he says, explaining the difference between the two Shiite countries.
The May edition of the Lufthanza magazine was also devoted to Baku. Many pictures of Baku showing its landmarks were published in the issue.
Stern published several tourist reviews devoted to Baku. People visiting the city seem surprised that its residents are so hospitable, the Stern publication reveals.
Orkhan Satarov, the head of the VK European office
