India, Azerbaijan Hold High-Level Talks to Strengthen Bilateral Ties

MEA Secretary (West) met Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister in Baku, reviewing bilateral ties. The visit also marked the 6th round of Foreign Office Consultations, focusing on trade, technology, tourism, and combating cross-border terrorism.

Secretary (West) at the Ministry of External Affairs on Friday called on Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov of the Republic of Azerbaijan. In a post on X the MEA said they reviewed bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and global matters of common interest.

In a post on X, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal wrote, "Secretary (West) @AmbSibiGeorge called on Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Jeyhun Bayramov. They reviewed bilateral ties and exchanged views on regional and global matters of common interest."

6th Round of Foreign Office Consultations

"The 6th round of India-Azerbaijan Foreign Office Consultations was also held in Baku, co-chaired by Secretary (West) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr. Elnur Mammadov. They comprehensively reviewed the current state of bilateral relations covering areas of mutual interest. The issues discussed included trade, technology, tourism, pharmaceuticals, culture, people-to-people relations and fight against cross border terrorism."

The visit also marked the 6th round of India-Azerbaijan Foreign Office Consultations, co-chaired by Secretary (West) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Elnur Mammadov. They comprehensively reviewed the current state of bilateral relations, covering areas of mutual interest. The issues discussed included trade, technology, tourism, pharmaceuticals, culture, people-to-people relations and fight against cross-border terrorism.

Meeting with Presidential Advisor

"Secretary (West) also met with Mr Hikmet Hajiyev, Foreign Policy Advisor to the President of Azerbaijan."

In addition to the consultations, Secretary (West) held a meeting with Hikmet Hajiyev, Foreign Policy Advisor to the President of Azerbaijan.

Strengthening Cooperation and Future Engagement

Both sides emphasised strengthening cooperation in sectors such as energy, tourism, and technology, as well as fostering closer cultural and people-to-people exchanges. The discussions also touched upon strategies to address cross-border terrorism and enhance collaboration in global forums on issues of shared concern.

The two sides agreed to hold the next round of Foreign Office Consultations at a mutually convenient date in New Delhi, underlining the ongoing commitment to deepening India-Azerbaijan relations.

Sources noted that the Secretary's engagement in Baku reinforces India's focus on expanding ties with Azerbaijan across economic, cultural, and security domains. (ANI)

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