Azerbaijani, Iranian Navy commanders discuss cooperation PHOTO

Commander of the Azerbaijan Naval Forces, Vice Admiral Subhan Bakirov has met with the Chief of the Navy of the Army of Iran, Rear Admiral Shahram Irani, who is on a visit to Azerbaijan.

The prospects for the development of cooperation between Azerbaijani-Iranian naval sailors were discussed at the meeting held in the headquarters building of the Azerbaijan Naval Forces, Caliber.Az reports citing Azerbaijan's Defence Ministry.

The importance of conducting joint exercises in the Caspian Sea to increase the professionalism of military personnel, as well as to exchange mutual experience, was emphasized at the meeting.

The sides exchanged views on several issues of mutual interest.

During the meeting, the Iranian delegation was presented with a briefing on Azerbaijan Naval Forces.

An official welcome ceremony was held for the Iranian chief of the Navy.