Iran and Azerbaijan Unite: Advocating for Enhanced Bilateral Relations
In a recent meeting, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of enhanced cooperation between Iran and Azerbaijan. Strengthening ties with neighboring countries is a key focus for the Islamic Republic, particularly when it comes to partnerships with fellow Muslim nations.
During the meeting held in Tehran on Tuesday, Pezeshkian stated, “The Islamic Republic of Iran has the development of relations and interactions with neighboring and Muslim countries as a principled policy on its agenda, and in this regard, relations with Azerbaijan are of particular importance to us, and we seek to expand relations in all fields between the two countries.”
Pezeshkian highlighted several key areas of collaboration, including:
- Trade
- Energy
- Transportation
He noted that “Continuing and strengthening the level of this cooperation will turn the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan into strategic partners for each other.”
Azerbaijan’s Deputy Prime Minister Shahin Mustafayev also addressed the gathering, conveying warm greetings from President Aliyev. Mustafayev remarked, “Over the past decades, the Republic of Azerbaijan has spared no effort to expand relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran.” He expressed optimism regarding the recent developments in leadership, stating, “Moreover, the important changes that we have witnessed during this short period of your presidency promise a bright future in the relations between the two countries and the situation in our region.”
Mustafayev praised Iran’s role in fostering regional peace and stability, asserting, “We also appreciate the influential role of the Islamic Republic of Iran in establishing peace and stability in the region and believe that solving the problems of our region will be possible only by the countries of this region.” He emphasized that foreign involvement would not contribute to regional solutions.
In his address, Mustafayev provided Pezeshkian with a comprehensive update on the current state of bilateral relations, particularly focusing on:
- Trade and economic partnerships
- Joint projects in transportation
- Energy exchange initiatives
He noted that “The high-ranking Azerbaijani economic delegation during its visit to Tehran is seeking to draw a roadmap for further expanding economic and trade relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, and we want to establish strategic cooperation between the two countries.”
Additionally, Mustafayev extended an invitation from President Aliyev for Pezeshkian to visit Azerbaijan, furthering diplomatic ties between the two nations.
