Baku: Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, engaged in a telephone conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian, President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, on June 4. The discussion centered on mutual congratulations for the upcoming sacred holiday of Eid al-Adha, during which both leaders expressed their wishes for prosperity and progress for each other’s nations.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Pezeshkian extended his congratulations to President Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion, reciprocated by President Aliyev’s well-wishes to the Iranian people. The conversation also touched on President Pezeshkian’s previous official visit to Azerbaijan, which both leaders fondly recalled, noting the productive discussions held during that time.
The phone call also highlighted ongoing efforts by relevant state bodies in both countries to implement tasks outlined during President Pezeshkian’s visit. Notably, the resumption of the Baku-Tabriz flight and increased flights on the Baku-Tehran route were discussed, with both presidents expressing confidence that these developments will enhance people-to-people contacts.
The dialogue emphasized that Azerbaijani-Iranian relations are currently at a significant juncture. Both leaders expressed optimism that through collaborative efforts, bilateral ties will continue to develop dynamically across various fields. Additionally, the presidents exchanged views on other matters of mutual interest, demonstrating a commitment to further strengthening their nations’ relationship.