President of the European Council Antonio Costa has arrived in Azerbaijan for an official visit. The high-ranking official announced his arrival in Baku through a post on his official account on the X platform.
According to Operative Information Center-OMM, the visit underscores the ongoing diplomatic engagement between the European Union and Azerbaijan. During his stay in the capital, Costa is expected to hold high-level meetings to discuss bilateral cooperation, energy security, and regional stability.
Antonio Costa recently assumed his role as the President of the European Council, a position central to defining the EU's general political direction and priorities. His visit to Azerbaijan is seen as a significant step in strengthening the partnership between Brussels and Baku, particularly in the context of the Southern Gas Corridor and the European Union's growing interest in the South Caucasus region. Azerbaijan remains a strategic partner for the EU, playing a pivotal role in ensuring Europe's energy diversification and regional connectivity.
