Baku, October 23, 2026 : India and Azerbaijan on Friday held discussions on strengthening bilateral relations as External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar met Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku during his official visit to the country.
The meeting focused on exploring ways to deepen engagement between the two nations, with Jaishankar conveying greetings from President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
In a social media post, Jaishankar said he appreciated President Aliyev’s positive sentiments towards strengthening relations between the two countries.
Diplomatic Engagement to Boost Cooperation
Jaishankar arrived in Azerbaijan with the objective of reviewing bilateral ties and discussing opportunities to advance cooperation between New Delhi and Baku.
His meeting with President Aliyev underscored the importance both sides attach to continued diplomatic engagement and the development of stronger bilateral relations.
The External Affairs Minister is also expected to hold discussions with his Azerbaijani counterpart, Jeyhun Bayramov, as part of the visit.
Focus on Strengthening India-Azerbaijan Relations
The diplomatic engagements are expected to provide an opportunity for both sides to exchange views on their relationship and identify avenues for further cooperation.
Jaishankar’s visit reflects India’s continuing engagement with Azerbaijan as the two countries seek to strengthen diplomatic communication and advance their shared interests.
Further details of the discussions and any specific agreements were not immediately available.
