Baku:Political consultations between Azerbaijan and Norway were held in Baku, as reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan to APA. The discussions took place on October 22, marking another round of engagement between the two nations’ foreign ministries.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the Azerbaijani delegation was led by Deputy Foreign Minister Fariz Rzayev, while the Norwegian side was represented by Eivind Vad Petersson, State Secretary of the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The consultations focused on reviewing the current state of political relations and emphasized the importance of maintaining a continuous bilateral dialogue.
The discussions covered potential areas for expanding cooperation, particularly in trade, economy, humanitarian affairs, science, and education. Additionally, the parties explored prospects for collaboration on strategic energy and transport projects initiated by Azerbaijan. The enhancement of the legal and contractual framework was also highlighted, with attention given to cooperation within international organizations and mutual support for candidacies.
The Azerbaijani representatives briefed their Norwegian counterparts on regional developments, including efforts to normalize Azerbaijan-Armenia relations and initiatives for restoration, reconstruction, and demining in liberated territories. The two sides also exchanged views on various regional and international topics of shared interest.