BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 5. On June 5, President
of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon received Cyprus’ Minister of Foreign
Affairs Constantinos Kombos, and discussed the current state and
prospects of bilateral cooperation, Trend reports via the press service of the
Tajik president.
“We are interested in long-term mutually beneficial cooperation
with the European Union and its member states,” Emomali Rahmon said
at the beginning of the meeting.
In this context, Tajikistan reaffirmed its interest in expanding
bilateral relations with Cyprus across various areas of mutual
interest.
The parties also noted that Tajikistan intends to sign an
Enhanced Partnership and Cooperation Agreement with the European
Union and is interested in broadening the agenda of regional
cooperation between the countries of Central Asia and the EU.
The importance of maintaining regular political dialogue and
productive cooperation between Tajikistan and Cyprus within
international organizations, particularly the United Nations,
including on water and climate issues, was also emphasized.
The sides additionally discussed cooperation aimed at
strengthening security and stability in the region and
worldwide.
