WANA (Apr 23) – The President of Iran, highlighting the deep-rooted history and shared cultural, historical, and religious ties between the people of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan, stated: “Iran and Azerbaijan are two parts of one body. The people on both sides of the border share extensive mutual interests, built upon thousands of years of profound friendship and affection.”

 

President Pezeshkian also addressed the recent misunderstandings and challenges in bilateral relations, adding: “The grounds and capacities for cooperation between the two nations are broad, deep, and diverse. With the current momentum in restoring ties, we can expect a swift and significant improvement in relations and cooperation in a short period.”

 

He expressed hope that, following the recent consultations and preparations, this trip would help accelerate and facilitate the strengthening of ties between the public, private, and civil sectors of both countries, particularly in economic, commercial, cultural, tourism, and political fields.

 

Earlier, Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, had announced during his weekly press conference that “the President’s visit to Azerbaijan is scheduled for the first week of Ordibehesht (late April).” He described the trip as “a significant step toward enhancing bilateral relations and an opportunity to discuss key issues aimed at further developing cooperation between the two countries.”

 

Mehdi Sanaei, the Political Deputy at the Office of the President of Iran, announced that President Pezeshkian will pay an official visit to Baku on May 1st at the invitation of the President of Azerbaijan.

 

In a post on his social media account, Sanaei wrote: “Dr. Pezeshkian, at the invitation of the President of Azerbaijan, will travel to Baku on May 1st for an official visit. Various programs have been planned, and we hope to witness a new chapter in the expansion of cooperation between the two brotherly countries with deep historical ties—across all fields, including trade and cross-border provincial relations.”