Azerbaijani FM briefs OSCE chief on post-conflict situation in South Caucasus

As part of his working visit to Austria, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with OSCE Secretary-General Helga Schmid, Report informs, citing the Foreign Affairs Ministry of Azerbaijan.

During the meeting, the minister noted the importance that Azerbaijan attaches to cooperation with the OSCE. He highlighted the trilateral statement signed on November 10, 2020, which put an end to the 30-year conflict and created ample opportunities for normalization of relations between Armenia and Azerbaijan based on respect for the sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability of internationally recognized borders of both countries.

At the meeting, the sides discussed a number of issues arising from the trilateral statements, in particular, new opportunities created for all countries in the region including Armenia by the opening of regional transport links. It was noted that Armenia has an opportunity to benefit from economic cooperation and development.

The sides also exchanged views on the new post-conflict situation, the latest developments in the region, steps taken to implement the trilateral statements, cooperation with the OSCE, the process of restoration, reconstruction, and reintegration in the liberated areas.