Albania ready to strengthen partnership with Azerbaijan President Begaj at Global Baku Forum

Albania's President Bajram Begaj has said his country is ready to strengthen partnership with Azerbaijan.

He made the remarks at the opening of the XII Global Baku Forum on March 13, Caliber.Az reports, citing local media.

“Despite geographical remoteness, Azerbaijan and Albania maintain close and friendly relations. As President of Albania, I express my readiness to strengthen this friendship and partnership for the benefit of both peoples,” he noted.

The XII Global Baku Forum, themed "Rethinking World Order: Turning Challenges into Opportunities," is currently underway at the Gulustan Palace in Baku. The forum, held under the patronage of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev is set to be a landmark event in fostering global dialogue.

President Ilham Aliyev participated in the opening ceremony of the forum, which is expected to bring together more than 400 distinguished participants. Among the attendees are current and former heads of state and government, Nobel Peace Prize laureates, and prominent representatives from international organizations and civil society. The event aims to provide a significant platform for open discussion, innovation, and collaboration across nations.

The main goal of the forum is to create a space for reflection and dialogue, where participants can share insights on past experiences, confront current challenges, and explore future solutions. Over the past 11 years, the forum has become a major international gathering, having hosted over 100 heads of state and government, along with 4,000 senior leaders and renowned figures. Through these interactions, the forum has played a crucial role in addressing some of the world’s most urgent issues.

By Khagan Isayev