Slovakia, Azerbaijan discuss strategic partnership, investment deal

Slovakia and Azerbaijan have discussed the development of their strategic partnership and expanding economic cooperation during political consultations held in Baku.

Slovak State Secretary for EU Affairs Marek Eštok said in a post on X that he held his second round of political consultations with Azerbaijani Deputy Foreign Minister Fariz Rzayev, describing the meeting as focused on bilateral relations, regional developments, and the implementation of a strategic partnership concluded in 2024, Caliber.Az reports.

My second political consultations with AZ deputy foreign minister Fariz Rzayev, this time in Baku. Great to meet again with my friend and partner to discuss in detail our bilateral relations, development of the strategic partnership concluded between SK & AZ in 2024 and regional… pic.twitter.com/Z7ghRKH9Q5

— Marek Eštok (@MarekEstok_SK) June 12, 2026

Eštok said the talks reviewed progress in strengthening Slovak-Azerbaijani ties and highlighted what he described as the growing presence of Slovak businesses in the Azerbaijani market. He also pointed to upcoming projects aimed at further expanding economic cooperation between the two countries.

He noted expectations for the early signing of a Slovakia–Azerbaijan Agreement on Investment Promotion and Protection, which is currently under consideration by the European Commission, adding that the deal would further strengthen economic links if approved.

According to Eštok, both sides see cooperation as delivering tangible benefits for businesses and citizens. He also expressed hope that further consultations would continue next year in Bratislava.

By Sabina Mammadli