Japanese ambassador presents copy of credentials to Jeyhun Bayramov

On November 2, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov received Furuya Tokuro, Japan’s newly appointed ambassador to Azerbaijan.

According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the ambassador presented a copy of his credentials to Minister Jeyhun Bayramov.

Bayramov congratulated the ambassador on his appointment and wished him success in his diplomatic mission. The importance of the ambassador’s role in further developing relations between Azerbaijan and Japan was highlighted.

The sides discussed the current state and future prospects of Azerbaijan-Japan relations, including opportunities to expand political dialogue and strengthen cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, energy, transport, high technology, sports, humanitarian affairs and education.

In the context of expanding economic cooperation, the importance of Japanese companies making use of investment opportunities in Azerbaijan was emphasised, including the favourable business and logistics potential offered by the Alat Free Economic Zone.

The growing role of Azerbaijan in strengthening interregional transport and logistics links was also highlighted, along with the country’s contribution to the development of the East-West and North-South transport corridors.

The meeting also covered large-scale restoration and reconstruction efforts in Azerbaijan’s liberated territories, the development of modern infrastructure, and initiatives to realise the economic potential of these areas and ensure their sustainable development. The sides also discussed the serious obstacles posed by widespread landmine contamination, including risks to the restoration process, civilian safety and the return of former internally displaced persons to their homes.

The parties also exchanged views on cooperation within international organisations and other issues of mutual interest.