Copenhagen: On October 2, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Ant³nio Costa, President of the European Council, and Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission in Copenhagen, Trend reports.
According to Trend News Agency, during the meeting, Ant³nio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen congratulated President Aliyev on the achievements attained in Washington regarding the peace agenda between Armenia and Azerbaijan. They expressed hope that these developments will contribute to ensuring lasting peace in the region. Both leaders affirmed their commitment to supporting future peace efforts and highlighted the importance of developing transport connections in the region as a priority for the European Union.
The discussions also addressed Azerbaijan’s crucial role in the European Union’s energy security. Under the strategic partnership agreement in the energy sector established in 2022, Azerbaijan has increased its gas exports to the European market, marking a significant boost in relations. President Aliyev expressed gratitude for the congratulations and underscored the historical significance of the achievements related to the peace agenda for the entire region, including Armenia and Azerbaijan. He noted that both countries have adapted to living under peace conditions and emphasized Azerbaijan’s commitment to advancing the peace agenda.
President Aliyev also reported that Azerbaijani gas is currently being supplied to 10 European countries, including 8 EU member states, significantly contributing to the European Union’s energy security. He highlighted Azerbaijan’s role in the development of the Middle Corridor and discussed progress in developing transport and logistics infrastructure within the country. The volume of transport shipments from Central Asia through Azerbaijani territory is reportedly on the rise.
The meeting underscored the potential for elevating relations between Azerbaijan and the European Union to a new level, with good opportunities for future development identified.