The ongoing tension between geography and history in the post-Soviet region leads to distinct models of foreign policy behavior. The summit of the Turkic States Organization in Hungary is not just another regional event; it also serves as an institutional affirmation of the new direction Turkic nations have been pursuing over the past decade. Azerbaijan aims to position cooperation among Turkic-speaking nations not as an alternative to Europe or the Islamic world, but as a vital component of a multilayered foreign policy framework.

Hungary is hosting an informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) that will be ongoing until May 21, marking a symbolic and strategic milestone in the bloc’s evolution. For the first time, the summit will be held in an observer state, signaling the expanding geographic and political reach of the organization. Under the motto “Meeting point of East and West,” the event underscores a growing ambition to bridge regions — and Azerbaijan stands at the center of this vision.

In this context, Azerbaijan acts as a bridge connecting Central Asia, Türkiye, and Europe. Relations with Hungary are particularly significant, as Hungary is not only an active observer of the Turkic States Organization but also a transit point for Azerbaijani gas. Furthermore, Hungary serves as an important diplomatic channel for advancing Baku's interests within the European Union.

Additionally, Azerbaijan's simultaneous participation in various platforms, such as the Turkic States Organization, the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and the Contact Group of the Non-Aligned Movement, showcases its ability to maintain a........

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