Moldova, Azerbaijan sign interministerial consultation plan for 2026-2027
The Republic of Moldova and Azerbaijan will cooperate under an Interministerial Consultation Plan for 2026–2027, aimed at intensifying bilateral diplomatic dialogue.
The document was signed in Baku by "Mihai Popșoi", Deputy Prime Minister of Moldova, and Jeyhun Bayramov, Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, CE Report quotesMOLDPRES.
The officials discussed the development of Moldova-Azerbaijan relations and prospects for deepening dialogue in areas of common interest. They emphasized the importance of economic cooperation and noted the positive trend in trade in 2025, expressing interest in expanding cooperation in economic, commercial, and investment sectors.
Energy cooperation was highlighted as a key area for bilateral relations. Deputy Prime Minister Popșoi reiterated that ensuring energy security through diversification of gas sources and supply routes is a top priority for the Moldovan government. He also thanked Azerbaijan for its support during the 2022 energy crisis, reaffirming the friendship and trust between the two countries.
"We want to expand economic and energy cooperation and fully harness the potential of our relations. Azerbaijan is an important partner for strengthening energy security and developing joint projects for the benefit of our citizens," said Popșoi.
Minister Bayramov confirmed Azerbaijan’s readiness to deepen bilateral dialogue and develop cooperation projects in areas of common interest. He emphasized the importance of maintaining an active and pragmatic political dialogue between the two states.
"Relations between Azerbaijan and Moldova are developing in a spirit of friendship and mutual respect, including in economic, energy, cultural, and educational fields. Since 2023, direct flights between our capitals have facilitated personal contacts and business cooperation. We welcome the interest in expanding cooperation through investments, renewable energy projects, and regional green energy initiatives," Bayramov said.
The agenda also included cooperation within international organizations and regional security developments. Both sides reaffirmed mutual support for each country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity and stressed the importance of peace and stability in the region.
Deputy Prime Minister Popșoi extended an invitation to his Azerbaijani counterpart for an official visit to Moldova and to attend the Ministerial Session of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe in Chișinău on May 14–15, 2026.
Popșoi’s working visit to Baku, at the invitation of Bayramov, includes meetings with the Speaker of the Milli Majlis, Sahiba Gafarova, First Deputy Minister of Economy Elnur Aliyev, and representatives of the state energy company SOCAR. He will also lay flowers at the Alley of Honor and the tomb of national leader Heydar Aliyev.
