(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 7. Speaker of
Azerbaijani Parliament Sahiba Gafarova met with a Turkish
delegation led by Fuat Oktay, Chairman of the Foreign Relations
Committee of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, on December 6,
Trend reports via the parliament's Press and Public
Relations Department.
Speaking at the international parliamentary conference on
"Parliamentarism: Traditions and Prospects," Gafarova noted that
the event focuses on the role of parliaments in the Political life
of their countries and aims to further strengthen mutual
cooperation between Azerbaijan and Türkiye.
It was also highlighted that the event would draw attention to
the collaborative activities between the parliaments of the two
nations.
The meeting underscored the solidarity and mutual support
demonstrated by both countries on all matters. It was noted that
thanks to the political will and joint efforts of the leaders of
both nations, their relations have reached the highest level-an
allied partnership. The signing of the Shusha Declaration was
identified as a key catalyst for the expansion of these ties. Both
sides stressed that the Azerbaijan-Türkiye alliance plays a crucial
role in regional stability and security.
Fuat Oktay congratulated Azerbaijan on the successful
organization of the extraordinary parliamentary elections, noting
that a large delegation from Türkiye had observed the
elections.
The Turkish parliamentary committee head also emphasized that
Türkiye, as a brotherly nation, is pleased with all of Azerbaijan's
achievements. He added that today, the flag of Azerbaijan proudly
flies over the territories liberated from occupation.
The conversation revealed that the two countries continue to
successfully cooperate at the parliamentary level, with active
contacts between friendship groups and parliamentary speakers
significantly contributing to these relations. Furthermore, both
parties highlighted the importance of trilateral cooperation
alongside their bilateral efforts.
The meeting also focused on the importance of mutual support and
joint activity on international parliamentary platforms. The
meeting emphasized the importance of collaboration between the
Azerbaijani and Turkish parliaments, particularly in the context of
double standards, pressure, blackmail, and smear campaigns against
their countries by certain circles.
Oktay also criticized the resolution by the Parliamentary
Assembly of the Council of Europe (PACE) regarding the
non-ratification of the Azerbaijani delegation's credentials. He
described the decision as biased and unjust, undermining both the
reputation and authority of PACE.
The Turkish official stressed that PACE must correct this
mistake, and Türkiye has consistently conveyed this message to the
organization.
The meeting also highlighted the success of the COP29 hosted by
Azerbaijan last month.
During the discussion, views were exchanged on other matters of
mutual interest.
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