In his final press briefing on July 25, outgoing Israeli Ambassador to Azerbaijan, George Deek, reflected on the significant transformations in Azerbaijan and the deepening partnership between Baku and Tel Aviv over the past six years. He described the period as marked by "historic changes for Azerbaijan, for Israel, and for the partnership between our countries," and noted it was an honor to be the first Israeli ambassador to visit Azerbaijan’s liberated territories.

Ambassador Deek emphasized that the bilateral relationship has evolved into a diversified partnership, extending beyond energy and security to include dynamic business and economic cooperation. He cited the 2023 opening of Azerbaijan’s embassy in Tel Aviv as a major milestone and pointed to growing trade. While non-oil trade doubled from $121 million in 2021 to $243 million in 2024, Deek stated this figure was "not enough" and should be multiplied five or six times. He announced that his successor, Ronen Kraus, would prioritize boosting economic ties, including Israeli participation in reconstruction projects in the Karabakh region.

Deek praised Azerbaijan’s safety and religious tolerance, remarking that Jews feel safer in Baku than in many European capitals. He also highlighted surging Israeli tourism, with nearly 50,000 visitors expected in 2024, a number he believes could double, supported by 14 weekly flights operated by AZAL. The ambassador also pointed to expanding energy cooperation, with SOCAR holding a stake in the Tamar gas field, and collaboration in water management between Israel’s Mekorot and Azerbaijani authorities.