Eskandar Momeni, the Minister of Interior of the Islamic Republic of Iran, arrived in Baku at the official invitation of Eyyubov, the Minister of Interior of Azerbaijan. This visit is aimed at developing the relations between the two countries and expanding security and border cooperation.
Long-standing Relations Between Iran and Azerbaijan
Momeni, upon his arrival in Baku, referred to the historical and cultural relations between the two countries, stating: "The relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan are long-standing and characterized by numerous affinities and commonalities." He emphasized that Iran and Azerbaijan share a long land border and cultural and religious commonalities.
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The Iranian Minister of Interior further stated: "The policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran is one of neighborhood and attention to neighbors and the region." This approach reflects Iran's commitment to establishing and maintaining close relations with neighboring countries, especially Azerbaijan.
Areas of Cooperation During the Visit to Baku
Eskandar Momeni mentioned security issues, traffic, combating organized crime, immigration, and drugs during this visit, stating: "Developing relations with neighbors is a priority in the foreign policy of the Islamic Republic of Iran." He emphasized that Azerbaijan holds a special position in Iran's foreign policy.
Momeni also stressed the importance of border security, saying: "Border security depends on interaction, cooperation, and coordination between the countries on both sides of the border." This statement reflects the joint efforts of the two countries to maintain security and stability in the region.
During this visit, Momeni is accompanied by Sajedi-Nia, the head of the National Crisis Management Organization, Emami Yeganeh, the governor of Ardabil, Haqshenas, the governor of Gilan, Rezazadeh, a member of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of the Parliament, Khajeh-Nazhad, the Minister's advisor and head of the Information Center, and Javaheri, the Minister's advisor and head of International Affairs of the Ministry of Interior.
This visit can be seen as an effective step in strengthening the relations between the two countries and expanding security and border cooperation, and it is hoped that its positive outcomes will lead to improved security conditions in the region.
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