Foreign minister bayramov departs for istanbul to attend council of foreign ministers of the organization of turkic states

Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov visits Istanbul for an informal meeting of the Organization of Turkic States to discuss regional cooperation and security.

By: AXL Media

Published: Mar 7, 2026, 3:38 AM EST

Source: The information in this article was sourced from AzerNEWS

High Level Diplomatic Mission to Turkiye

Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov officially departed for Istanbul on Saturday to represent Azerbaijan at a significant gathering of the Organization of Turkic States. This working visit is focused on the informal session of the Council of Foreign Ministers, a principal decision making body within the intergovernmental organization. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan, the visit serves as a platform for Bayramov to engage directly with his counterparts from member nations and observer states to address pressing issues within the Turkic world.

Strategic Dialogue and Council Objectives

The Council of Foreign Ministers serves as a primary platform for directing political dialogue and enhancing regional cooperation among member states, which include Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkiye, and Uzbekistan. During the session, Bayramov is expected to deliver an address outlining Azerbaijan's perspective on the organization’s strategic roadmap for 2022 to 2026. The meeting’s agenda includes preparations for upcoming summits and a renewed focus on strengthening economic, cultural, and security ties amidst current global and regional developments.

Bilateral Engagement and Regional Security

In addition to the collective council meeting, Minister Bayramov has scheduled a series of high level bilateral discussions with several foreign ministers. These private meetings are intended to facilitate deeper cooperation on mutual interests and to refine the common stance of Turkic states on international challenges. The presence of observers at the council further expands the scope of these discussions, allowing for a comprehensive exchange of views on regional stability and the promotion of Turkic historical and cultural heritage.