Secretary Blinken’s Meeting with Azerbaijani President Aliyev
Office of the Spokesperson The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller: Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. The Secretary emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Azerbaijan bilateral relationship and highlighted the United States’ support for a successful COP29 in Baku in November. Secretary Blinken and President Aliyev discussed efforts to achieve a durable peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The Secretary reiterated U.S. support for a successful conclusion of those efforts, building on previous negotiations. The Secretary raised the importance of Azerbaijan adhering to its international commitments and obligations regarding human rights.
Office of the Spokesperson
The below is attributable to Spokesperson Matthew Miller:
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met today with Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev. The Secretary emphasized the importance of the U.S.-Azerbaijan bilateral relationship and highlighted the United States’ support for a successful COP29 in Baku in November. Secretary Blinken and President Aliyev discussed efforts to achieve a durable peace agreement between Armenia and Azerbaijan. The Secretary reiterated U.S. support for a successful conclusion of those efforts, building on previous negotiations. The Secretary raised the importance of Azerbaijan adhering to its international commitments and obligations regarding human rights.
