Baku:The Embassy of the Kyrgyz Republic in Azerbaijan hosted an official reception in Baku to commemorate the 35th anniversary of Kyrgyzstan's independence. The event saw participation from state and government officials, members of the Milli Majlis, diplomatic representatives, members of the Kyrgyz diaspora, and the public.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the reception commenced with the national anthems of Azerbaijan and Kyrgyzstan. Ambassador Maksat Mamytkanov highlighted the friendship and brotherly relations between the two nations, emphasizing the strategic partnership and dynamic development in political dialogue, economic ties, and various fields of cooperation.

Ambassador Mamytkanov noted the significance of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's state visit to Kyrgyzstan in July, marking a pivotal moment in bilateral relations. He also discussed the potential of linking the China-Kyrgyzstan-Uzbekistan railway project with the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route, enhancing transport links between Central Asia and the South Caucasus.

Deputy Foreign Minister Samir Sharifov congratulated the Kyrgyz people on behalf of the Azerbaijani government. He remarked on the traditional ties of friendship and brotherhood and the strategic partnership level achieved between the two countries. The Deputy Minister highlighted the importance of President Aliyev's visit and the signing of the Treaty on Allied Relations as key developments.

Sharifov also emphasized the importance of the Middle Corridor in diversifying transport links and enhancing regional connectivity, which offers new economic partnership opportunities. He concluded by acknowledging the humanitarian cooperation highlighted by the construction of the Aykol Manas School in Aghdam as a symbol of brotherhood.