London:The 2nd Azerbaijan-UK Policy Dialogue took place in London, focusing on how the strategic partnership between the UK and Azerbaijan can yield tangible results. This event sought to transform shared priorities into concrete actions involving governments, parliaments, academia, businesses, and the public.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the dialogue convened approximately 70 participants, including diplomats from the UK and Azerbaijan, public figures, and businesspersons. Notable keynote speakers included Elin Suleymanov, Azerbaijani Ambassador to the UK; Bob Blackman, a member of the UK Parliament and Chairman of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Azerbaijan; Lord Wajid Khan, an Officer of the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Azerbaijan; Bakhtiyar Aslanbayli, Vice President for Communications and External Affairs of bp Azerbaijan; and Norman Duncan, UK Ambassador to Azerbaijan.

Ambassador Elin Suleymanov emphasized the elevation of Azerbaijan-UK relations to a strategic partnership as a natural progression of their existing trusted relations. Bob Blackman underscored Azerbaijan's growing importance to the UK due to its strategic role in regional connectivity, security, trade, and investment, highlighting opportunities for enhanced bilateral cooperation.

UK Ambassador Norman Duncan, in a video message, noted that this year's dialogue arrived at a pivotal moment, with the UK and Azerbaijan poised to sign a Strategic Partnership, marking a new era in their bilateral relations. The event featured panel discussions on Azerbaijan-UK ties, focusing on regional security, energy cooperation, and other mutually beneficial topics.