Avaza:Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov participated in a meeting with the foreign ministers of Central Asian states and Azerbaijan, held in the Avaza National Tourist Zone during his working visit to Turkmenistan.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, Minister Bayramov highlighted the significance of the meeting as a precursor to the upcoming high-level Summit, which aims to facilitate discussions on key areas of cooperation. Azerbaijan’s recent full membership in the Consultative Meeting of the Heads of State of Central Asia format reflects the deepening integration among the countries, supported by historical and cultural ties, mutual trust, and shared strategic interests.
The meeting also addressed environmental concerns, with particular focus on climate change, the Aral Sea, and water-related issues. Serious concern was raised about the detrimental effects of the declining Caspian Sea levels on coastal infrastructure and the ecological environment. Emphasis was placed on the need for a systematic scientific approach, information sharing, and regional collaboration to tackle these challenges.
Minister Bayramov concluded by expressing optimism that the documents and agreements emerging from the meeting would guide future long-term cooperation among the participating countries.