President Ilham Aliyev reaffirms Azerbaijan’s priority relations with OTS “Turkic world is our family”

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev underlined that relations with the member states of the Organisation of Turkic States (OTS) remain a central focus of the country's foreign policy.

He made these remarks on April 2, 2026, while receiving the participants of the meeting of the Heads of Government/Vice President of the member states of the Organisation of Turkic States, adding that Azerbaijan has made and will continue to make a significant contribution to the development of the Organisation of Turkic States, Caliber.Az reports via the state agency.

“We have repeatedly stated from various platforms that the Turkic world is our family, and we have no other family. Of course, making joint efforts to carry this family into the future is extremely important,” he added.

Highlighting the organisation’s growing global influence, Aliyev noted that further initiatives are planned to strengthen the OTS. “Further steps will be taken for the future development of our organisation,” the president said. 

“Today, the Organisation of Turkic States has gained great prestige on the global stage, and our international positions are strengthening. Our ability to influence processes in the region is increasing, and the role of our organisation globally is growing. We must strengthen our positions through joint efforts,” the head of state emphasised.

President Aliyev also acknowledged the solidarity of OTS member states in regional reconstruction efforts. “Brotherly countries once again stand by our side in the restoration of Garabagh and East Zangezur,” the president stressed. “In turn, we are always ready to provide the necessary support, and we are doing so,” he added.

Turning to regional infrastructure and economic integration, the President emphasised the strategic significance of the Middle Corridor. “The Middle Corridor passing through our countries serves the interests of all of us,” Aliyev said. 

“Especially in the current geopolitical environment, projects such as the Middle Corridor, the Trans-Caspian Corridor, and the Zangezur Corridor are becoming increasingly important. A large portion of the work on the territory of Azerbaijan has already been completed. Our railways, the Baku Trade Port, highways, and airports — all transport infrastructure has been brought to full readiness,” the Azerbaijani President stated.

By Jeyhun Aghazada