
Azerbaijani Speaker Visits Georgia, Discusses Strategic Partnership and Parliamentary Cooperation

On March 10, during her official visit to Georgia, Azerbaijani Speaker Sahiba Gafarova met with her Georgian counterpart, Shalva Papuashvili.
Papuashvili welcomed Gafarova warmly, noting that hers was the first visit by a head of legislature following Georgia's parliamentary elections and the formation of the new parliament, symbolizing the strong ties between the two countries. He reflected on his previous visits to Azerbaijan and emphasized how frequent exchanges had strengthened bilateral relations.
Gafarova highlighted the deep-rooted friendship between Azerbaijan and Georgia, emphasizing that these ties are based on the shared will of their peoples. She quoted Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, who stated that the political relations between the two countries could serve as a model for neighboring states.
The two Speakers also discussed the success of joint energy and transport projects, which serve both nations' interests and contribute to regional stability. They reaffirmed their mutual support for each other’s territorial integrity and sovereignty.
During her visit, Gafarova signed a memorandum of cooperation with Papuashvili to further strengthen inter-parliamentary relations.
On March 11, Gafarova met with Georgian President Mikheil Kavelashvili and Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze. Both welcomed her visit and expressed optimism about its impact on bilateral relations. Kobakhidze emphasized that Azerbaijani-Georgian relations had reached the level of a strategic partnership, while Gafarova thanked him for the warm hospitality and relayed greetings from President Aliyev.
The discussions also covered energy and transport projects, cultural and humanitarian cooperation, and the need for continued collaboration in international organizations. Both sides stressed the importance of lasting peace and stability in the region while condemning double standards in international relations.
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