New York, (TDI): Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov called on Kenya’s Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Musalia Mudavadi, to discuss avenues for enhancing bilateral cooperation.
The meeting was held during the High-Level Week of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly, in New York.
According to a statement from Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the discussions focused on expanding collaboration in various sectors, including political, economic, and humanitarian realms.
Bayramov expressed his appreciation for the robust partnership between Azerbaijan and Kenya, particularly within international organizations like the United Nations and the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM).
He specifically thanked Kenya for its support of Azerbaijan’s initiatives during its chairmanship of the NAM.
A significant highlight of the meeting was the opening of Azerbaijan’s embassy in Kenya, which was viewed as a pivotal step toward fostering deeper ties between the two nations.
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Bayramov also reiterated Azerbaijan’s dedication to combating climate change, outlining preparations for the upcoming 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), which will be hosted in Azerbaijan later this year.
Regional, International Issues Discussed
The talks also encompassed regional and international issues of mutual interest, culminating in the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on political consultations between the two countries, marking a notable advancement in their diplomatic relations.
