BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 9.​ On December 9,
Minister of Defense of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Colonel General
Zakir Hasanov, met with the delegation led by Deputy Chief of Staff
for the Partnerships Directorate at NATO Supreme Headquarters
Allied Powers Europe (SHAPE), Rear Admiral Yusuf Karagülle, who is
on a visit to Azerbaijan within the 16th NATO Days, Trend reports via the
Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense.


Welcoming the guests, the minister stated that the relations of
special significance between Azerbaijan and NATO contribute
positively to the development of professional military personnel
for both sides.


Colonel General Hasanov highly appreciated NATO’s role in
ensuring peace and security worldwide, emphasized that Azerbaijan
consistently attaches importance to mutual cooperation with the
Alliance, and highlighted the declaration of additional forces to
the Operational Capabilities Concept (OCC) Pool of Forces.


Karagülle positively assessed the further expansion of
Azerbaijan-NATO relations, Azerbaijan’s participation in the
Alliance’s efforts to promote security and stability and in
crisis-response operations, and particularly emphasized the
effectiveness of mutual visits and meetings held in various
formats.


The exemplary proficiency demonstrated by over 40 personnel from
the Azerbaijan Army operating within the NATO framework,
specifically under the auspices of the Partnership Staff Element
Concept, received commendation.


During the meeting, the sides engaged in a comprehensive
dialogue regarding the prevailing dynamics and future trajectories
of Azerbaijan–NATO collaboration within the defense and military
education sectors, while also delineating prospective.


It was mentioned that as part of the Partnership for Peace (PfP)
program, up to 250 representatives of the Azerbaijan Army
participated in 146 international events abroad, while 395
personnel took part in 33 NATO events organized in Azerbaijan.


To note, during the 16th iteration of NATO Days, which will
extend until December 12, attendees will engage with various
military installations and specialized educational entities
affiliated with the National Defense University.


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