BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 27. Minister of Foreign
Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov held a
meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic
of China Wang Yi during his working visit to New York, Trend reports, citing the
Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry.


According to the Press Service Department of the Ministry of
Foreign Affairs, as reported by Trend, the meeting expressed
gratitude to the Chinese side for organizing the UN Security
Council open debate on “Maintenance of international peace and
security: respect for the purposes and principles of the UN Charter
and strengthening the UN-centered international system,” and
emphasized that this initiative is of particular importance in the
context of today’s global challenges.


The sides expressed satisfaction with the dynamic development of
relations between Azerbaijan and China, noting that the high level
of political dialogue and the partnership based on mutual trust
have entered a new stage in recent years. In this context, it was
emphasized that the establishment of a comprehensive strategic
partnership between the two countries in 2025 played an important
role in further strengthening bilateral ties.


It was noted that the agreements and documents signed during the
state visit of the President of Azerbaijan to China in 2025 created
broad opportunities for expanding cooperation in various
directions. It was also highlighted that the year 2027 will mark
the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations
between Azerbaijan and China, and this milestone is expected to
further boost bilateral relations.


During the meeting, high appreciation was given to the potential
for expanding cooperation in trade, investment, transport and
logistics, energy security, green energy, industry, digital
innovation, agriculture, science, education, and humanitarian
areas. The contribution of Chinese-invested enterprises to economic
cooperation was also noted. The strategic importance of joint
projects within the framework of the Middle Corridor and the
Trans-Caspian International Transport Route was underlined. It was
also noted that the abolition of visa requirements between the two
countries contributes to the expansion of people-to-people
contacts.


The sides emphasized the importance of continuing mutual support
and cooperation within international and regional organizations,
and exchanged views on prospects for joint activities within the
UN, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures
in Asia (CICA), the Non-Aligned Movement, and other multilateral
platforms.


Satisfaction was expressed with the active participation of the
Chinese delegation in the 13th session of the World Urban Forum
held in Azerbaijan in May this year, noting that this participation
made a significant contribution to the development of multilateral
cooperation.


The importance of strengthening people-to-people contacts, as
well as expanding exchange programs in education, culture, tourism,
and youth affairs, was emphasized as playing a key role in the
development of long-term partnership.


In addition, regional security issues were reviewed.
Appreciation was expressed to the Azerbaijani side for its support
in the evacuation of Chinese citizens from Iran.


The meeting also included an exchange of views on other regional
and international issues of mutual interest.