Baku:Azerbaijan's Minister of Foreign Affairs, Jeyhun Bayramov, recently met with Alexander Zuev, Acting Under-Secretary-General for the United Nations Office of Counter-Terrorism (UNOCT), to discuss the current and future cooperation between Azerbaijan and UNOCT.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the meeting underscored the significance of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, held in Baku from October 27-29. The forum is recognized as a key international platform for addressing global challenges, fostering cultural and religious understanding, and promoting peace and security.

Additionally, discussions highlighted the Baku Security Forum's role in developing counter-terrorism cooperation, enhancing security trust, and facilitating experience and information exchange. The potential expansion of UNOCT's presence in Azerbaijan was also a focal point, aimed at reinforcing the institutional foundation of bilateral cooperation and supporting international counter-terrorism initiatives.

Azerbaijan's commitment to combating international terrorism and its dedication to strengthening relations with the UN and its specialized agencies were emphasized. Alexander Zuev shared insights into UNOCT's activities, its global counter-terrorism coordination, and cooperation with member states. Other mutual interests were also part of the discussions.