Political consultations held between Azerbaijan and Indonesia

Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov has met with Santo Darmosumarto, Director General for Asia-Pacific and African Affairs at Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

According to information provided by Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs to TodayPress TV, the meeting focused on current issues on the bilateral cooperation agenda, prospects for developing relations between Azerbaijan and Indonesia, and opportunities to expand political dialogue.

The sides emphasised the importance of expanding cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, investment, transport, tourism, education and humanitarian affairs, as well as increasing mutual visits and strengthening institutional ties.

They exchanged views on the current state and future prospects of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Indonesia within the United Nations (UN), the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), the Non-Aligned Movement, D-8, ASEAN and other international platforms. The importance of maintaining dialogue and coordination on issues of mutual interest was also highlighted. Preparations for the 16th Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, which Azerbaijan will host in 2027, were among the main topics discussed.

The importance of Azerbaijan’s cooperation with the five Central Asian countries in the C6 format was also highlighted, with particular attention to strengthening regional connectivity, expanding transport and transit opportunities, and developing economic and trade ties.

The meeting also addressed regional and international security issues, along with other matters of mutual interest.

On the same day, the next round of political consultations between the foreign ministries of Azerbaijan and Indonesia was held. Deputy Foreign Minister Elnur Mammadov led the Azerbaijani delegation, while the Indonesian side was headed by Santo Darmosumarto, Director General for Asia-Pacific and African Affairs.