External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar met with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev and Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov in Baku to discuss strategic perspectives on regional and global developments, the long history of cultural exchanges between the two nations, and potential for expanding bilateral trade and investment.
In a meeting today with Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev in Baku, External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar emphasized that India and Azerbaijan are both independent-minded nations who make their own decisions regarding crucial matters. The discussions were focused and forward-looking, with both parties exchanging views on various aspects of the bilateral relationship.
Dr Jaishankar highlighted the long history of cultural and people-to-people exchanges between India and Azerbaijan as a strong foundation for a more contemporary partnership. He added that both nations respect each other's values, which provides a good foundation for this cooperation.
In addition to his meeting with President Aliyev, Dr Jaishankar also held discussions with Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov. The focus of their conversation was further expanding bilateral relations, particularly in areas such as trade, investment, and energy, which are key components of the existing ties between the two nations.
Dr Jaishankar expressed his belief that there is significant potential for increasing bilateral trade and investment, indicating a potential for strengthening economic cooperation between India and Azerbaijan.
Source:
Akashvani News
