Tianjin: Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif to discuss mutual cooperation and regional stability during a significant meeting held in Tianjin, China. Prime Minister Sharif conveyed his gratitude for Azerbaijan’s political support and solidarity amidst India’s military actions against Pakistan earlier this year.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev praised the brotherly relations between Azerbaijan and Pakistan, offering congratulations on Pakistan’s victory over India. He pointed out that India’s attempts to retaliate against Azerbaijan in international forums are inconsequential, as the bond with Pakistan is paramount.
Prime Minister Sharif reminisced about his visits to Azerbaijan and stressed the significance of the trilateral meeting in Lachin involving Azerbaijan, Trkiye, and Pakistan. President Aliyev noted ongoing efforts to implement the discussed issues within the Azerbaijan-Trkiye-Pakistan trilateral framework.
Further, Prime Minister Sharif congratulated President Aliyev on the progress in normalizing relations with Armenia, calling it a historic achievement. President Aliyev acknowledged the congratulatory message and highlighted these advancements as vital for enduring peace in the region.
President Aliyev also emphasized the importance of his visit to Washington for enhancing Azerbaijan-U.S. relations, particularly noting the contributions of U.S. President Donald Trump.
The meeting also covered the activities of the Azerbaijan-Pakistan Intergovernmental Commission, focusing on strengthening economic and trade relations. Officials were instructed to advance these efforts, including a project in Pakistan inspired by Azerbaijan’s ‘ASAN Khidmet’, which was seen as a positive initiative.