Dirk Lölke, the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Federal Republic of Germany to the Republic of Azerbaijan, has visited the city of Sumgait.
According to information provided to elchi by the Sumgait City Executive Power, the meeting with the head of the Executive Power, Zakir Farajov, discussed Azerbaijani-German relations and opportunities for expanding cooperation in areas of mutual interest.
During the meeting, Zakir Farajov provided the guest with detailed information about Sumgait’s history, socio-economic development, industrial potential, and important infrastructure projects implemented in recent years. It was noted that Sumgait, in addition to being one of Azerbaijan’s main industrial centers, holds a special place among rapidly developing cities.
The city leader emphasized that the sister city relationship between Sumgait and Ludwigshafen, Germany, established in 1977, continues to be successful today. It was stated that these ties serve to strengthen friendly relations between peoples, as well as to develop intercity cooperation.
Zakir Farajov highlighted the broad opportunities for further expanding cooperation and noted the importance of mutual visits and joint projects.
German Ambassador to Azerbaijan Dirk Lölke expressed his satisfaction with his visit to Sumgait and highly appreciated the rapid development of Azerbaijan and Sumgait. The diplomat stressed the importance of further expanding relations between the two countries in various directions.
During the meeting, views were exchanged on issues of mutual interest, and prospects for future cooperation were discussed.
