Rome:Elchin Huseynli, the new Azerbaijani Ambassador to Italy, has officially presented his credentials to Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Ambassador Huseynli conveyed the greetings and best wishes of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev to the Italian President during their meeting.
The Ambassador highlighted the ongoing development in Azerbaijan-Italy relations, referencing the ‘Joint Declaration on Strengthening Multidimensional Strategic Partnership’ signed in February 2020 in Rome. This agreement marked a new phase in bilateral relations.
He emphasized the significance of recent reciprocal visits and the strategic partnership between the two nations, which have bolstered collaboration in various sectors such as political, economic, energy, trade, humanitarian, educational, and cultural fields, enhancing connections between the peoples of Azerbaijan and Italy.
President Mattarella acknowledged the importance of the partnership with Azerbaijan, based on friendship and multifaceted cooperation. He expressed optimism about further strengthening these ties and congratulated Ambassador Huseynli on his appointment, wishing him success in his diplomatic role.