Baku: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz emphasized the necessity for peace, security, and stability in the South Caucasus during a joint press conference with President Ilham Aliyev. He highlighted the geopolitical significance of the region for both Germany and the European Union, asserting that its stabilization aligns with their strategic interests.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Chancellor Merz congratulated President Aliyev on the progress made with the initialing of the peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia. He described the agreement as historic, noting that it offers a new opportunity to permanently resolve the long-standing conflict in the region.