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The United States Senate has called for free and fair elections in Azerbaijan.
In a resolution passed without debate Thursday, the Senate noted widespread irregularities in elections held in Azerbaijan since the oil-rich former Soviet republic gained independence in 1991.
The Senate called the establishment of a transparent, free and fair election process an important step in moving Azerbaijan toward full integration into the democratic community of nations. The measure would ensure the country's long-term growth and stability.
President Bush has called the November 6 election an opportunity to raise U.S.-Azerbeijani relations to a new strategic level.
Some information in this story provided by AFP.
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