Bratislava: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev held an expanded meeting with Peter Pellegrini, President of the Slovak Republic, in the Slovak capital, APA’s correspondent dispatched to Slovakia reports. This historic meeting marked the first official visit by an Azerbaijani president to Slovakia, highlighting the growing relationship between the two nations.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Pellegrini warmly welcomed President Aliyev and his delegation, emphasizing the significance of their visit. He expressed gratitude for the sincere discussions held during their one-on-one meeting and highlighted the potential for further development in their bilateral relations. President Pellegrini noted that Slovakia’s decision to open an embassy in Baku, reciprocated by Azerbaijan, was a pivotal step toward strengthening ties.
During the meetings, President Aliyev expressed appreciation for the hospitality extended by Slovakia and acknowledged the strategic partnership between the two countries. He recalled past meetings and expressed gratitude for Slovakia’s participation in international events held in Azerbaijan. The discussions covered a wide range of topics, including energy cooperation, where Azerbaijan’s role in diversifying Slovakia’s energy supply was emphasized. President Aliyev also highlighted the successful participation of Slovak companies in the reconstruction of Garabagh and expressed readiness to continue gas supplies to Slovakia.
The meeting also acknowledged the historic achievement of peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia, with President Pellegrini congratulating President Aliyev on this milestone. Both leaders expressed satisfaction with the involvement of Slovak companies in the reconstruction of the liberated village of Bash Garvand in the Aghdam district under the ‘smart village’ concept.
The conversation underscored the successful cooperation between Azerbaijan and Slovakia in energy, transport, and the defense industry. Slovakia’s support for Azerbaijan’s relations with the European Union was also noted. President Aliyev extended an invitation to President Pellegrini for an official visit to Azerbaijan, which was gratefully accepted.