President Ilham Aliyev’s diplomatic contacts on the sidelines of the 9th Summit of the European Political Community held in Dublin, the capital of Ireland, have once again highlighted Azerbaijan’s growing role on the international political stage and the head of state’s active foreign policy agenda. The holding of 10 meetings in a single day within the framework of the summit, and the fact that these contacts took place at the initiative of the other side, are among the important points demonstrating Azerbaijan’s significance for international partners and President Ilham Aliyev’s growing authority on the diplomatic stage.
This visit attracts attention not only in terms of bilateral relations, but also in the context of the future prospects of Azerbaijan’s political, economic and energy cooperation with Europe. In particular, the adoption of a decision to hold the next summit of the European Political Community in Baku in 2028 makes our country’s role in the European political space even more relevant in the period ahead. At the same time, this is an opportunity to strengthen Azerbaijan’s position as a country that not only participates in international dialogue platforms, but also hosts important political discussions.
So what messages do the meetings in Dublin send regarding the growth of President Ilham Aliyev’s international political authority? What realities of Azerbaijan’s foreign policy are reflected in the holding of 10 meetings in one day and the fact that the initiative came from the other side? What new diplomatic and geopolitical opportunities will Baku’s hosting of the European Political Community summit in 2028 bring to our country?
Political analyst Tofiq Abbasov, speaking to Globalinfo.az, said that the European continent is currently facing a rather complex and tense situation:
“The problems that have long existed in Europe are steadily deepening, and this is causing political processes on the continent to take on a more complex character.
There are several deep-rooted problems and consequences in Europe that are already beginning to take on a chaotic character. The summit of the European Political Community held in Dublin also took place in precisely such a complex political atmosphere. In fact, the inaction observed against the backdrop of growing problems, the formal approach to issues and the acceptance of the existing situation are no longer possible. Therefore, I believe that the participation of the President of Azerbaijan in this event is a very positive development. Because Azerbaijan’s usefulness coefficient is clearly evident on various international negotiation platforms. Baku prepares seriously for such events and puts forward its position in the discussions.
Tofiq Abbasov
Against the backdrop of these processes, attention should be paid to the initiating countries and especially their leaders. Europe is currently experiencing a lack of strong leadership. As a result, problems are deepening further. Many critical issues in fact remain unresolved and are left to the mercy of fate. In such a period, the position of Azerbaijan and President Ilham Aliyev was of particular importance at the summit of the European Political Community.
Today Azerbaijan is actively participating in several international platforms, while also performing chairmanship functions within the framework of certain organizations and initiatives. The position put forward by our country, the initiative it demonstrates and the work it does are also of great importance for Europe. Azerbaijan acts as a country with the potential to build dialogue with various parties, expand cooperation opportunities and participate in the discussion of complex issues.”
Turan Rzayev
Globalinfo.az
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