Riga, Latvia – March 12. A delegation from the Azerbaijani Parliament is currently on a working visit to Latvia, focused on strengthening ties between the two nations. The visit, taking place on March 9-10, is being conducted on behalf of Speaker of the Azerbaijani Parliament, Sahiba Gafarova.
Strengthening Bilateral Relations
The delegation, comprised of members of the Azerbaijan-Latvia interparliamentary cooperation working group – including Sevil Mikayilova, Vice President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union; Kamran Bayramov, head of the working group; and MP Fazil Mustafa – has engaged in meetings with key Latvian officials. These include Latvia’s Minister of Health Hosams Abu Meri, Minister of Agriculture and Latvian co-chair of the Azerbaijan–Latvia Intergovernmental Commission Armands Krauze, and Chairman of the Saeima Committee on Public Administration and Local Government Oļegs Burovs.
Discussions centered on the current state and future potential of the strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and Latvia. Participants highlighted the importance of continued parliamentary interaction and the role of friendship groups in bolstering bilateral relations. Both sides expressed satisfaction with existing mutual support on multilateral parliamentary platforms.
Areas of Potential Cooperation
The meetings underscored considerable potential for expanded cooperation in several key areas, including trade, healthcare, agriculture, culture, and education. The parties also discussed developing cooperation between cities and municipalities in both countries. The importance of exchanging legislative experience between the Azerbaijani and Latvian parliaments was emphasized.
The Azerbaijani delegation also briefed Latvian officials on the situation in the South Caucasus, including the normalization process between Azerbaijan and Armenia, and recent drone attacks carried out by Iran against Azerbaijan. Azerbaijan expressed appreciation for the solidarity demonstrated by Latvia in response to these events. Latvian officials were also informed about the upcoming 13th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), scheduled to be held in Azerbaijan in May, focusing on the theme of “Housing the world: Safe and resilient cities and communities.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the Azerbaijani delegation’s visit to Latvia?
The purpose of the visit is to strengthen ties between Azerbaijan and Latvia, focusing on parliamentary interaction and exploring opportunities for expanded cooperation.
Who is included in the Azerbaijani delegation?
The delegation includes Sevil Mikayilova, Vice President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union; Kamran Bayramov, head of the working group; and MP Fazil Mustafa.
What topics were discussed during the meetings?
Topics discussed included the strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and Latvia, potential cooperation in trade, healthcare, agriculture, culture, and education, the situation in the South Caucasus, and the upcoming World Urban Forum.
As the working visit continues, further developments in the Azerbaijan-Latvia relationship could emerge, potentially leading to increased collaboration and strengthened ties between the two nations. Will these discussions translate into concrete agreements and initiatives in the near future?
