Why it matters:
The strengthening of ties between Iran and Azerbaijan reflects a strategic partnership in a region marked by geopolitical tension. Enhancing cooperation could play a vital role in regional stability and economic integration.
What he is saying:
During the press conference, Abbas Araghchi stated,
"We are determined to expand our relations with Azerbaijan in all areas," underscoring the mutual benefits observed in longstanding cooperation and dialogue."
"In the past year, there have been high-level exchanges in the political sphere. In the past year, Dr. Pezeshkian made two official visits to Baku, one for an official bilateral meeting and one to attend the ECO Summit."
"We look forward, God willing, to hosting Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, and Mr. Jeyhun Bayramov, Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan, in Tehran."
"️I think the most important agreement in this visit was to expand dialogue, consultations, and diplomatic exchanges between the two countries to bring the relations between the two countries to a problem-free level, and focus on expanding the relations between the two countries."
"We have many commonalities and mutual interests; of course, we also have differences and misunderstandings that must be resolved through dialogue."
"We are determined to expand our relations with Azerbaijan in all areas."
"In general, I would like to thank and appreciate the very warm and worthy hospitality of Mr. Bayramov, Foreign Minister of Azerbaijan."
"We in the Islamic Republic of Iran are determined to expand our relations with the Republic of Azerbaijan in all aspects."
The Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi paid tribute to the martyrs of the Republic of Azerbaijan by attending the memorial site for them.
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