Relations between Estonia and Azerbaijan are entering a new phase, and the two countries intend to expand cooperation in the fields of trade, economy, digital development, innovation, green technologies, logistics, and education.
elchi reports that this was stated by Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna at the opening of the fourth meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission on Cooperation between Estonia and Azerbaijan in Tallinn on November 4.
The minister emphasized that Azerbaijan is an important partner for Estonia in the South Caucasus.
“Our relations have significantly strengthened in recent years, and we have consistently expanded our cooperation in the areas of digital issues, trade, green technologies, and logistics,” Tsahkna noted.
According to him, a number of Estonian companies are already successfully operating in Azerbaijan, particularly in the field of digital services development. A business delegation of about 20 companies that visited Baku last year also demonstrated the interest of Estonian companies in the Azerbaijani market.
Tsahkna stated that there are good opportunities for expanding cooperation between the two countries in the fields of energy and education.
The head of the Estonian Foreign Ministry also noted that the opening of a new Estonian embassy in Baku is an indicator of the strengthening of bilateral partnership. According to him, the official opening of the embassy will take place at the end of November. The Foreign Minister also pointed out that he will attend the embassy’s opening ceremony.
It should be noted that at the meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, the parties agreed to strengthen trade and agricultural ties through regular meetings, business contacts, and experience exchange. Furthermore, it was decided to continue joint initiatives in the fields of digital development, innovation, technologies, and the application of artificial intelligence.
When discussing energy issues, opportunities for increasing the participation of Estonian companies and investors in Azerbaijan’s green transition projects were considered. In the fields of digital development, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity, the increase of Estonia’s contribution to the development of digital solutions in Azerbaijan and the promotion of expert exchange were discussed.
The meeting also considered opportunities for expanding cooperation in the fields of climate, tourism, education, and culture.