The United States values the thirty years of partnership with Azerbaijan on economic, energy, and security cooperation, Antony J. Blinken, the US Secretary of State, said in a statement addressed the people of Azerbaijan on the occasion of Republic Day.
“We recognize Azerbaijan’s significant contributions to European energy diversification through the Southern Gas Corridor. Strong institutions and processes that respect human rights and fundamental freedoms, rule of law, transparency, and accountability, are vital to us achieving our shared goals and building stronger and deeper ties. The United States also values the connections fostered between thousands of Azerbaijani and American citizens through people-to-people exchanges, as well as through our Embassies’ public outreach,” the statement said.