BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 3. Azerbaijani
Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and his Iranian counterpart Seyyed
Abbas Araghchi discussed development of bilateral relations during
a phone call today.
According to Azerbaijan's Foreign Ministry, during the call,
Bayramov expressed his deep condolences to Araghchi over the death
of his sister and wished patience to the bereaved family and
relatives.
The ministers discussed the current state and prospects for the
development of Azerbaijan-Iran relations.
They also exchanged views on the current situation in the region
and security issues. The sides stressed the importance of ensuring
regional peace, stability and security, strengthening mutual trust,
and expanding opportunities for regional cooperation.
The ministers also exchanged views on other issues of mutual
interest.
Azerbaijan and Iran established diplomatic relations on March
12, 1992. The two neighboring countries maintain cooperation in
trade, economy, energy, transport and logistics, agriculture and
humanitarian fields, underpinned by historical and cultural ties. A
State Commission for economic, trade and humanitarian cooperation
has operated since 1992, and more than 140 bilateral documents have
been signed. Recent years have seen progress on joint
infrastructure projects, including bridges and railway terminals
along the shared border, as well as growing transit cooperation
within the International North-South Transport Corridor.
