Pakistan, Azerbaijan Pledge Stronger Ties, Eye $2 Billion Investment
— February 24, 2025
BAKU (AIA) Pakistan and Azerbaijan have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across all areas of bilateral relations.
The understanding was reached during a meeting between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Baku on Monday, followed by delegation-level talks.
Both sides agreed to enhance bilateral trade and investment, exploring joint projects in energy, infrastructure, and connectivity.
The prime minister praised President Aliyev’s announcement of a $2 billion investment in Pakistan during his July 2024 visit and discussed potential projects ready for execution. President Aliyev expressed his intention to visit Pakistan in April 2025 to formalise the agreements.
The leaders reaffirmed their strategic partnership and expressed satisfaction with ongoing efforts to deepen ties.
PM Shehbaz commended Azerbaijan’s consistent support for Kashmir’s right to self-determination, as outlined in United Nations Security Council (UNSC) resolutions.
He also reiterated Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan on Karabakh, acknowledging its liberation under President Aliyev’s leadership in line with UNSC resolutions and international law.