No:120/26, Press release on the meeting of Minister Jeyhun Bayramov with the Special Representative of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Baek Joohyun
17 March 2026 15:02
On 17 March, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Jeyhun Bayramov, received the delegation led by the Special Representative of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea, Baek Joohyun.
During the meeting, prospects for the development of cooperation between Azerbaijan and the Republic of Korea in political, economic, trade, education, high technologies and other fields were discussed. The sides emphasized the importance of expanding bilateral relations and intensifying mutual visits. At the same time, the importance of the Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of the Republic of Korea, as well as political consultations between the Ministries of Foreign Affairs, was noted. It was noted with satisfaction that the 35th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our countries will be celebrated in 2027.
The large-scale energy and transport projects implemented by our country in the region, as well as plans for the export of alternative energy were discussed, and an exchange of views was held on Azerbaijan’s cooperation with Central Asian countries in these and other areas, including issues of interaction within the framework of the C6 format. The importance of developing interregional relations, expanding transport and logistics opportunities, as well as deepening economic partnership was noted.
Minister Jeyhun Bayramov also informed the other side about the current situation in the region in the post-conflict period and the large-scale restoration and reconstruction works carried out in the territories liberated from occupation.
The sides also exchanged views on regional and international security issues, including the current situation in the Middle East. The Korean side expressed its deep gratitude for the support provided in the evacuation of its citizens from Iran through the territory of our country.
During the meeting, other issues of mutual interest were also discussed.
