No:167/26, Press release on the participation and speech of Minister Jeyhun Bayramov at the informal meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic[...]

19 April 2026 02:29

On 18 April, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan Jeyhun Bayramov participated and delivered a speech at the informal meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) within the framework of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum.

In his speech, the Minister positively assessed the regular holding of informal meetings of the Council of Foreign Ministers and emphasized the importance of this format in terms of open and effective discussion of issues on the organization's agenda, as well as exchange of views on rapidly changing global and regional processes.

It was emphasized that in the current period, when the international relations system is undergoing a deep transformation process, geopolitical fragmentation is intensifying, uncertainties in global governance are increasing, and conflicts and crises are expanding in various regions, the role of the OTS is becoming even more relevant.

It was brought to attention that the strength of the OTS is reflected in its unity, common values and shared vision, and confidence was expressed that further expansion of cooperation will further strengthen the organization's role in addressing regional and global challenges.

During the meeting, the impact of the crisis on regional security, global and regional supply chains, economic and investment relations in the context of recent developments in the Middle East was discussed.

They emphasized the importance of realistic and sustainable strategies for ensuring that the progress achieved as a result of ceasefire and mediation efforts leads to sustainable peace.

During the meeting, views were exchanged on regional and international issues of mutual interest.