Azerbaijan, Slovenia deepen ties, vow closer cooperation on global platforms UPDATED/PHOTO

Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov has met with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia, Tanja Fajon, who is on an official visit to Baku, to discuss bilateral cooperation between the two countries.

The talks, which included both one-on-one and extended formats, focused on enhancing bilateral relations and exploring broader cooperation on international platforms, Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs told Caliber.Az.

The discussions underscored the solid foundation of Azerbaijan–Slovenia relations, which are built on principles of friendship, mutual respect, and mutually beneficial cooperation. The sides emphasised the importance of high-level political dialogue, inter-parliamentary engagement, and the exchange of expertise across economic and humanitarian sectors.

Bayramov and Fajon reviewed opportunities for collaboration in key sectors such as energy, green technologies, transport, information and communication technologies, the chemical and pharmaceutical industries, and tourism. They also expressed a mutual desire to expand trade and economic ties, with a view to significantly increasing bilateral trade turnover.

Particular attention was drawn to documents signed in 2023 between Azerbaijan’s state oil company SOCAR and Slovenia’s Geoplin, as well as intergovernmental agreements on natural gas and broader energy cooperation. The ministers also discussed the significance of infrastructure projects in Azerbaijan’s Karabakh and East Zangazur regions, including reconstruction efforts and the strategic potential of the Alat Free Economic Zone and international transport corridors.

FM Bayramov briefed his Slovenian counterpart on the evolving post-conflict dynamics in the South Caucasus, highlighting Azerbaijan’s efforts in demining, reconstruction, and the return of internally displaced persons (IDPs) to liberated territories. He also addressed ongoing peace negotiations with Armenia, pointing to obstacles such as the Armenian Constitution’s territorial claims against Azerbaijan and the continued reference to outdated structures like the OSCE Minsk Group.

In addition to bilateral matters, the ministers discussed the prospects for enhanced coordination within multilateral organisations and joint efforts on global issues.

The meeting concluded with a joint press conference, where both ministers reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening ties and contributing to regional and international stability.

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Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and his Slovenian counterpart Tanja Fajon convened for an expanded meeting with the participation of their respective delegations, underscoring the deepening strategic partnership and multifaceted cooperation between the two countries.

According to Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry’s official post on social media platform X, the meeting focused on exploring new avenues for bilateral cooperation across a wide range of sectors, Caliber.Az reports.

During the discussions, the sides discussed cooperation opportunities in energy, digital innovation, environmental sustainability, education, and tourism, and exchanged views on regional security, connectivity, and multilateral coordination.

The talks also extended to strategic matters including regional security, interconnectivity, and coordination within multilateral frameworks. 

The expanded format of the meeting underscored the mutual interest in elevating political and economic ties between Azerbaijan and Slovenia, while promoting shared goals on both regional and global platforms.

This dialogue forms part of Minister Fajon’s official visit to Baku, reflecting a broader commitment to enhancing high-level engagement and strengthening diplomatic relations between the two nations.

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Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov has discussed political and economic relations  with Tanja Fajon, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and European Affairs of Slovenia, who is on an official visit to Baku.

The discussions marked a significant step in strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations, Caliber.Az reports citing Azerbaijan’s Foreign Ministry.

The meeting highlighted the growing partnership between Azerbaijan and Slovenia, with both sides expressing a strong commitment to expanding high-level political dialogue.

According to the ministry, the visit underscores the mutual desire to deepen cooperation in various fields.

During their one-on-one meeting, Foreign Ministers Bayramov and Fajon exchanged views on a broad array of bilateral issues, including the prospects for enhancing political cooperation, boosting trade and investment, and fostering mutual support in international and multilateral forums.

Both ministers emphasized the importance of intensifying economic ties and exploring new avenues for collaboration, with a particular focus on strengthening trade relations and investment flows. Additionally, they discussed the potential for closer cooperation within international organizations and multilateral platforms, reinforcing their shared commitment to global stability and security.

By Vafa Guliyeva