Ankara:Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov attended a significant meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) during his working visit to Ankara, Turkey. During the meeting, he emphasized various strategic priorities and opportunities for collaboration.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, Minister Bayramov congratulated Turkey on the 103rd anniversary of its Republic Day and stressed the importance of mutual trust and solidarity amid global conflicts and challenges to international law. He outlined Azerbaijan’s priorities during its OTS Chairmanship, which focus on advancing cooperation, preserving cultural heritage, and strengthening bonds among OTS countries.
Bayramov also highlighted the significance of enhancing political dialogue and security coordination, including efforts such as the recent meeting of Security Council Secretaries in Baku, and the adoption of the 2027 Roadmap for joint defense industry production and technological cooperation. He called attention to expanding cooperation in trade, investment, transport connectivity, and other key areas.
He further mentioned the importance of humanitarian and cultural initiatives, including the Turkic World Week and meetings in Shusha and Baku, and emphasized joint diplomatic efforts to secure observer status for the OTS at the UN General Assembly. The Minister noted that the OTS+ format offers new opportunities for cooperation with third countries and international organizations.
Bayramov advocated for effective implementation of decisions and a stronger role for the OTS Secretariat, reaffirming Azerbaijan’s commitment to enhancing the Organization’s effectiveness. He concluded by expressing gratitude to OTS member and observer states for their support during Azerbaijan’s chairmanship.