During his working visit to China, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev held key meetings with the Chinese leadership and signed a series of important agreements, most notably a Joint Statement on the establishment of comprehensive strategic partnership relations. It appears that China is emerging as a significant global player and center of influence. Its economic strength, technological advancements, and stance on political matters enable it to mediate various conflicts effectively. The deepening ties between the two nations not only reflect a growing alignment but also reinforce Azerbaijan’s role in the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) and in shaping multipolar cooperation frameworks

Speaking to Azernews, Qaiser Nawab, Chairman of the Belt and Road Initiative for Sustainable Development, described the visit as a defining moment:

“The ongoing two-day state visit of President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan to China is a defining moment in the evolving partnership between these two nations. The meetings held today with Chinese leadership are poised to take their collaboration to new heights, solidifying the growing relationship between Azerbaijan and China under the framework of the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). As the world increasingly shifts towards regional connectivity, the two countries have come together to chart a course that not only benefits them but also contributes to a more inclusive, peaceful, and sustainable global future. This historic visit is a reaffirmation of the growing importance of........

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