Baku: Former Prime Minister of Bulgaria Kirill Petkov has extended his congratulations to Azerbaijan and its President, Ilham Aliyev, for the high-level organization of the 13th Global Baku Forum. Petkov shared his thoughts with journalists, highlighting the significance of the event, APA reports.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Petkov expressed his gratitude to President Aliyev for the invitation, emphasizing the importance of exchanging views during crucial periods for both the world and the region. He acknowledged the forum as an essential platform for dialogue and cooperation.

Petkov also highlighted the friendly relations between Bulgaria and Azerbaijan. He anticipates engaging in valuable discussions on pressing issues such as security and energy over the coming days at the forum, noting the growing importance of these topics.