Islamabad (GNP): Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to deepening its relationship with Azerbaijan, reflecting on the high-level engagement between the two countries over the past two and a half years during a farewell meeting with Azerbaijan’s outgoing Ambassador to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov.
Sharif expressed confidence that the strong foundation built during Farhadov’s tenure would continue to guide bilateral relations going forward, acknowledging the ambassador’s efforts in strengthening ties between the two countries across political, trade, economic, defense, and cultural domains — including the launch of direct flights between Pakistan and Azerbaijan.
Conveying his regards to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Sharif recalled his own multiple visits to Azerbaijan over the past two and a half years, as well as Aliyev’s visit to Pakistan in July 2024, and wished Farhadov continued success in his future diplomatic assignments.
Ambassador’s Remarks
In response, Farhadov thanked the prime minister for the hospitality and support extended to him throughout his time in Pakistan, describing his tenure as a meaningful chapter in his diplomatic career.
He reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s continued commitment to strengthening its strategic partnership with Pakistan and presented the prime minister with a book documenting his family’s experiences living in the country.
The meeting was also attended by Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Ishaq Dar and Foreign Secretary Amna Baloch.
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Background on Pakistan-Azerbaijan Relations
Pakistan and Azerbaijan maintain a close strategic partnership built on diplomatic cooperation, defense collaboration, and growing economic ties. Formal relations between the two countries began in 1991, when Pakistan became one of the first nations to recognize Azerbaijan’s independence.
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