Tokyo: Azerbaijan's Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov met with Japan's Minister for Foreign Affairs Toshimitsu Motegi during his visit to Tokyo on June 9-10, 2026. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs informed APA about the meeting, highlighting the continued efforts to strengthen economic cooperation between the two nations.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the meeting marked an important step in the more than three-decade-long diplomatic relationship between Azerbaijan and Japan. Both ministers acknowledged the progress in bilateral relations since the establishment of diplomatic ties in 1992 and emphasized the significance of active political dialogue, including high-level visits and consultations.

The discussions focused on enhancing diplomatic and economic cooperation. Azerbaijan expressed gratitude for Japan's Official Development Assistance, hoping for continued collaboration. Japan acknowledged Azerbaijan's role in maintaining regional peace and agreed to bolster economic cooperation.

Japan welcomed Azerbaijan's decision to introduce a one-year visa-free regime for Japanese citizens, aiming to boost tourism and cultural exchanges. The ministers also discussed the outcome of the 12th Azerbaijan-Japan Joint Economic Committee meeting and stressed the need for continued trade and investment discussions.

The negotiations on the Japan-Azerbaijan Investment Agreement, initiated in 2019, were reviewed, with both sides agreeing to expedite the process. The Joint Crediting Mechanism was highlighted as a tool to promote decarbonization cooperation.

Cooperation within the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route was acknowledged as crucial for enhancing connectivity. Long-term partnerships in the Azeri-Chirag-Gunashli oil and gas fields and the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline were praised for their mutual benefits.

Energy security was another key topic, with both sides committing to stable crude oil supplies from Azerbaijan. Maritime security was also emphasized as a priority.

The ministers exchanged views on economic resilience and security, reaffirming their commitment to dialogue and cooperation on shared interests. They agreed on the importance of bilateral cooperation on international platforms, including United Nations Security Council reforms.

Respect for the United Nations Charter and principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity were underlined as fundamental to their partnership.