On January 22, 2026, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov received NATO Deputy Secretary General Radmila Šekerinska.
According to information provided by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Modern.az, during the meeting, the current cooperation agenda and prospects within the framework of partnership between Azerbaijan and NATO, the work carried out within the framework of partnership mechanisms, as well as regional and international security issues were discussed.
The parties noted the importance of cooperation between Azerbaijan and NATO and stated that the dialogue and mutual activities carried out within the existing partnership contribute positively to regional security. Cooperation opportunities between Azerbaijan and NATO in demining, cybersecurity, and other areas were reviewed.
Our country's experience in participating in NATO's peace support operations and missions, its close support for processes in Afghanistan, reforms in the defense sector, and the work done to ensure interoperability were commended. The visit of a mission consisting of permanent representatives of NATO member countries to our country in November last year was recalled with satisfaction.
During the meeting, information was also provided on the Azerbaijan-Armenia normalization process, diplomatic efforts and confidence-building measures implemented to ensure sustainable and lasting peace in the region, agreements reached and peace prospects within the framework of the August 8 Washington summit, as well as regional transport and connectivity projects.
The parties also exchanged views on other bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest.
