Antalya: Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Ceyhun Bayramov met with Rwanda’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Olivier Jean Patrick Nduhungirehe on the sidelines of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the discussions centered on the potential for both bilateral and multilateral collaboration between the two nations.
The ministers emphasized the significance of strengthening ties within international platforms such as the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement, and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. They referenced discussions from the COP29 Leaders’ Summit in Baku, where Rwanda’s president was hosted by Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev, as having opened new avenues for enhancing relations.
Both parties expressed satisfaction with the increasing momentum in their partnership, underscoring the importance of high-level visits and political consultations between their foreign ministries. The meeting also delved into cooperation across various sectors, including trade, investment, mining, oil and gas, agriculture, and education. Azerbaijan’s ‘ASAN service’ model for public services was a topic of discussion, with Rwanda showing interest in implementing a similar system.
Additionally, the Rwandan delegation highlighted its preparations to host Formula One races and noted Azerbaijan’s experience in the area as potentially advantageous. Rwanda’s involvement in Azerbaijan’s education scholarship programs was also acknowledged positively. Furthermore, the ministers exchanged views on other bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest.