On March 17, President Ilham Aliyev of the Republic of Azerbaijan held a telephone conversation with the Chancellor of the Federal Republic of Germany, Friedrich Merz.
During the phone conversation, the sides expressed concern over the ongoing tensions in the Middle East and exchanged views on its potential impact on the South Caucasus region. Chancellor Friedrich Merz welcomed the ongoing peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia, emphasizing its critical importance for ensuring long-term regional stability. President Ilham Aliyev and the German Chancellor also discussed the prospects of bilateral relations, as well as issues related to expanding ties between Azerbaijan and the European Union.
Germany remains one of Azerbaijan's key economic partners within the European Union, with both nations maintaining strong cooperation in energy security and trade. This high-level dialogue underscores the commitment of both Baku and Berlin to fostering diplomatic solutions to regional challenges and strengthening the strategic partnership between Azerbaijan and European institutions. The discussion reflects Azerbaijan's proactive role in regional diplomacy and its efforts to ensure a sustainable peace framework in the South Caucasus.
