BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 26. On October 26,
Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with Ismail Ould
Cheikh Ahmed, Secretary-General of the Organization of Islamic
Cooperation (OIC), who is visiting Azerbaijan, to discuss
preparations for the OIC summit scheduled to take place in Baku in
2027.


This was reported in a statement by the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs.


Minister Jeyhun Bayramov once again congratulated Ismail Ould
Cheikh Ahmed on his election as OIC Secretary-General and wished
him success in his future endeavors. The important role of the OIC
in strengthening solidarity across the Muslim world, expanding
cooperation among member states, and addressing common challenges
was emphasized.


The meeting focused on the current state and prospects for
developing cooperation between Azerbaijan and the OIC. Appreciation
was expressed for the organization's longstanding support for
Azerbaijan's territorial integrity and sovereignty, and the
importance of this support in upholding the norms and principles of
international law was underscored.


The parties exchanged views on the priorities identified under
Azerbaijan's OIC chairmanship next year; strengthening political
and economic cooperation among member states; and expanding
collaboration in humanitarian affairs, climate change, youth,
media, and other areas. They also discussed intensifying joint
efforts to address issues of concern to the Muslim world.


The importance of implementing reforms to strengthen the OIC’s
institutional capacity, enhance the effectiveness of its
activities, and ensure a more flexible response to contemporary
challenges was emphasized. The need to strengthen coordination and
cooperation among member states in this regard was also
highlighted.


The meeting also addressed humanitarian assistance initiatives
implemented through the Azerbaijan International Development Agency
(AIDA), as well as opportunities to expand humanitarian cooperation
within the OIC framework. The importance of delivering humanitarian
aid to vulnerable populations and undertaking joint efforts to
address humanitarian challenges in Muslim countries was
underscored.


Minister Jeyhun Bayramov also briefed Secretary-General of OIC
on ongoing restoration and reconstruction efforts in the region
during the post-conflict period. The parties additionally discussed
the regional landmine threat and measures to address it.


The parties also exchanged views on other regional issues of
mutual interest.