BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 21. In recent years, relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan have been on an upward trajectory, and the friendly and fraternal ties between our countries have been deepening in all areas.
This was announced by the Deputy Director of the Trend News Agency, political analyst, Sahil Karimli.
According to him, relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are rooted in ancient history and fraternal traditions.
“These relations have deepened even further in recent years thanks to the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev. It is important to note that Azerbaijan is a country with significant influence and standing in the South Caucasus, while Uzbekistan is a country with a unique position in Central Asia. “The deepening of relations between these two brotherly countries is a very significant factor for both our region and our countries,” the political analyst noted.
Karimli stated that the signing of documents on strategic partnership and allied relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan makes a significant contribution to the further development of bilateral relations.
“It is also worth highlighting the establishment of the Supreme Intergovernmental Council in 2023. The creation of this Council has given additional impetus to the development of our relations. Relations between our countries are gradually deepening in the economic, political, military, cultural, and humanitarian spheres,” he emphasized.
According to the political analyst, mutual investments, the expansion of import-export operations, economic diversification, and the development of transportation and communication infrastructure are also contributing to the strengthening of Azerbaijani-Uzbek relations.
“There are also mutual ties in the oil, gas, and energy sectors. Azerbaijan’s strategic geographical location allows it to both diversify its transportation and communication networks and expand relations in other areas,” Karimli said.
He noted that the importance of Azerbaijani-Uzbek relations was fully expressed in President Ilham Aliyev’s interview with the Uzbekistan National News Agency (UZA):
“During President Ilham Aliyev's interview, we once again saw just how important these relations are. Our head of state clearly and resolutely articulated Azerbaijan’s position, outlined the full scope of our relations, and presented a roadmap for the future. I believe that Azerbaijani-Uzbek relations will continue to develop on an upward trajectory.”
Furthermore, Karimli emphasized that cooperation within the framework of the Organization of Turkic States is also of particular importance.
“Both Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan are active members of the Organization of Turkic States. This factor contributes to the further development of relations between our countries. I believe that the fraternal and allied relations between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan will remain unshakable in the future,” the political analyst said.
