Baku, July 2, AZERTAC

Azerbaijan`s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov has met with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Ruslan Kazakbaev who is on an official to the country.

During the meeting, which was attended by a large delegation from both sides, issues on the agenda of bilateral cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan, cooperation within international organizations, as well as regional security issues were discussed.

Minister Jeyhun Bayramov noted that the existing historical, cultural and religious ties between the peoples of Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan form the basis of relations between the two countries. He hailed the development of bilateral friendly relations and cooperation. The FM also pointed out the impetus of high-level visits between the two countries to the development of relations. The minister stressed that the support of the friendly country of Kyrgyzstan to the just position of Azerbaijan based on international law is highly appreciated.

Minister Ruslan Kazakbaev noted the historical ties and fraternal relations between Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan and emphasized the successful development of relations on bilateral and multilateral platforms. Noting the importance of relations with Azerbaijan, the Kyrgyz minister expressed interest in raising bilateral relations to the level of strategic partnership.

The FMs discussed many aspects of the bilateral agenda, expansion of economic and trade relations, cooperation in transport and transit, including the attraction of investors to the Alat Free Economic Zone, as well as prospects for cooperation in agricultural, tourism, humanitarian, cultural and educational spheres. The importance of supporting the activities of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission and holding business forums was emphasized.

FM Bayramov briefed his counterpart about the situation in the region after the conflict, especially the decades-long demolition of the liberated areas, the destruction of historical and cultural heritage, huge damage to the environment, as well as the threat of landmines. He also informed about the ongoing restoration and reconstruction activities in these areas.

The sides also exchanged views on opportunities for expanding bilateral cooperation and the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations next year.

The FMs also signed the "Cooperation Program between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic for 2021-2022".