Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif has made a phone call to President Ilham Aliyev to express solidarity following recent regional tensions.
According to the Operative Information Center-OMM, the Press Service of the President of Azerbaijan reported that the Pakistani leader strongly condemned Iran's military aggression and acts of terror against Azerbaijan. During the conversation, Prime Minister Sharif emphasized that the Pakistani state and its armed forces stand firmly with the state and military of Azerbaijan during these challenging times, noting that Baku can always rely on Islamabad's support.
President Ilham Aliyev expressed his deep gratitude for the demonstrated support and solidarity. The head of state underlined that Azerbaijan will always defend the just cause of brotherly Pakistan. President Ilham Aliyev noted that Pakistan's firm condemnation of the terror acts committed by Iran against Azerbaijan serves as a testament to the deep-rooted friendship between the two nations. Both leaders reaffirmed that Azerbaijan and Pakistan remain committed to supporting each other in both prosperous and difficult times.
The relationship between Azerbaijan and Pakistan is characterized by a unique strategic partnership, as Pakistan was one of the first countries to recognize Azerbaijan's independence in 1991. The two nations maintain robust defense cooperation and have consistently supported each other's territorial integrity in international forums. This latest high-level communication underscores the "one nation, two states" philosophy that often defines Azerbaijan's closest diplomatic ties, reinforcing a united front in regional security matters.
