Baku: President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Georg Georgiev, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Bulgaria. Minister Georgiev emphasized the significance of the 12th Global Baku Forum, noting that essential issues were addressed at the event.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Minister Georgiev stated that Azerbaijan and Bulgaria maintain friendly relations and emphasized the comprehensive development of cooperation based on these principles. He pointed out the considerable potential for collaboration between the two countries in economic and trade sectors, energy – including renewable energy – transport, culture, tourism, people-to-people contacts, and other areas. The Bulgarian Foreign Minister also highlighted the importance of establishing direct flights between Baku and Sofia.

President Ilham Aliyev recalled his official visit to Bulgaria and the meetings held during the trip. The head of state praised the development of bilateral relations and discussed cooperation in the energy sector. President Ilham Aliyev highlighted the significance of supplying Azerbaijani gas to the Bulgarian market and its role in Bulgaria’s energy security.

The cooperation between Azerbaijan and Bulgaria in the field of renewable energy was also noted. The head of state congratulated Bulgaria on joining the renewable energy project involving Azerbaijan, Georgia, Romania, and Hungary as a partner. The collaboration between the two nations in this sector was commended.