During a visit to Baku on October 14, Vietnamese Vice President Vo Thi Anh Xuan engaged in talks with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev and First Vice President Mehriban Aliyeva, aiming to fortify the strategic partnership between Vietnam and Azerbaijan. This meeting occurred in the context of the seventh Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia (CICA), highlighting the commitment of both nations to enhance cooperation across various sectors.
The discussions centered on expanding economic, trade, and investment ties, with a particular focus on industries such as oil and gas, energy, transportation, agriculture, tourism, education, and technology. Both nations are keen on exploring joint energy projects and encouraging businesses to seek investment opportunities in these key areas. The meetings underscored the importance of strengthening high-level exchanges and improving collaboration between government entities to facilitate these endeavors.
In an effort to boost connectivity and ease of travel between the two countries, the leaders considered the possibility of introducing visa exemptions for ordinary passport holders and establishing direct air routes. These measures are intended to enhance tourism and business exchanges, further solidifying the partnership between Vietnam and Azerbaijan.
Beyond economic cooperation, the talks also highlighted the significance of cultural and educational collaboration, as well as cooperation in mining and aluminum production. Both sides pledged to strengthen people-to-people ties, enriching the bilateral relationship on multiple levels.
Moreover, the discussions emphasized the shared commitment of Vietnam and Azerbaijan to uphold multilateralism and adhere to the principles of the United Nations Charter and international law. The two countries agreed to intensify their coordination in regional and international forums, reinforcing their strategic alliance on the global stage.