MFA: ‘Relations of Azerbaijan with its neighbors remained a priority this year’

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan has released a statement on the results of 2022, Report informs, citing the ministry.

The statement reads:

“During 2022, under the leadership of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, the Republic of Azerbaijan successfully implemented an independent, open, pragmatic foreign policy course based on national interests.

“Against the background of increased tension in the system of international relations and interrelated emerged challenges, our foreign policy is aimed at ensuring the national interests of our state, strengthening the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan, as well as creating a favorable external environment for national security and socio-economic development, in accordance with the norms and principles of international law.

“During 2022, practical measures were taken to further develop bilateral relations with foreign countries. Along with this, the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations of the Republic of Azerbaijan with many states was celebrated. Various events were organized both in Azerbaijan and in the relevant countries in this direction. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs organized events and exhibited photos and documents dedicated to the 30th anniversary of diplomatic relations with 19 countries and the 25th anniversary of diplomatic relations with one country. In total, the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations with 69 countries and the 25th anniversary with two countries were celebrated. As in previous years, this year, the relations of the Republic of Azerbaijan with its neighbors remained a priority.”