ISTANBUL: Azerbaijan and Turkey have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening military-technical cooperation during a high-level meeting at the International Defense, Aviation, and Space Industry Exhibition "SAHA EXPO 2024" in Istanbul. The discussions were held between Vugar Mustafayev, Azerbaijan's Minister of Defense Industry, and Yasar Gler, Turkey's Minister of National Defense. According to Trend News Agency, the two ministers highlighted the strong cooperation ties that exist between their countries in the military-technical sphere. Both officials expressed optimism about the continued development of these relations. The meeting included an exchange of views on Azerbaijan's progress in modernizing its defense industry, with both parties underscoring the significance of such interactions for future collaboration. The meeting was described as crucial by both sides, as it reinforced the importance of ongoing dialogue and partnership between Azerbaijan and Turkey in bolstering their defense capabilit ies. The ministers' engagement at the SAHA EXPO 2024 signals a mutual interest in furthering shared defense objectives and technological advancements.