President Ilham Aliyev has reviewed progress of construction of the Gabala congress center.

The head of state examined the stands describing the plan and future appearance of the center.

It was noted that an area of 2.8 hectares has been allotted for construction. The center will operate a two-storey conference hall with 1,200 seats. There will also be a car park outside the center.

It was indicated that the center with a total area of 10,200 square meters is scheduled for commissioning in the first half of 2013. The center will have the necessary facilities for hosting top-level international events.

President Ilham Aliyev gave instructions on completing the construction in a quality fashion.