Baku:Cambodia and Azerbaijan have pledged to enhance their political and economic relations, emphasizing multilateral cooperation during a meeting between Cambodian Prime Minister Samdech Moha Borvor Thipadei Hun Manet and Azerbaijani President H.E. Ilham Aliyev.
According to Agence Kampuchea Presse, the leaders reaffirmed their commitment to active collaboration on both bilateral and multilateral fronts, underscoring their nations' friendship. President Aliyev highlighted the robust political relations and cooperation within international bodies like the United Nations and stressed the importance of intensifying bilateral contacts.
The discussions also focused on enhancing parliamentary ties, with both countries having established parliamentary friendship groups. Cambodia's support for Azerbaijan's involvement with the ASEAN Inter-Parliamentary Assembly was welcomed, recognizing Southeast Asia's significance in Azerbaijan's foreign policy.
Prime Minister Hun Manet echoed the commitment to increased cooperation, noting that various issues were discussed during his official visit. He emphasized that stronger bilateral engagement could bolster international cooperation amid global complexities. Three agreements were signed, laying the groundwork for future collaboration in trade, education, and other potential areas. A joint working group will be established to develop specific measures to strengthen trade and investment relations.
The leaders also explored opportunities for collaboration in defense, security, education, transport, and connectivity. They considered the potential for an air services agreement to facilitate travel between the two nations. President Aliyev affirmed the importance of international law, sovereignty, and territorial integrity, with peace and security being crucial for national development.
Both leaders highlighted the need for cooperation in addressing shared challenges, such as landmine issues, and expressed eagerness to deepen political dialogue, strengthen institutional links, and expand cooperation. Prime Minister Hun Manet thanked Azerbaijan for its educational scholarships and invited President Aliyev to visit Cambodia. They emphasized the importance of translating their agreements and discussions into tangible benefits for their countries and peoples.