The president of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, indicated that formal acknowledgment of Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity by Armenia would smooth the process of agreeing on treaty provisions. This stance has been reported by a major news agency.
Aliyev suggested that Armenian leadership statements affirming Karabakh as part of Azerbaijan and reaffirming Azerbaijan’s territorial claims could create clearer parameters for regional bargaining. He argued that recognizing the country’s borders would help accelerate consensus on remaining points of a peace agreement.
In a related development, the leadership in Russia described the potential mutual recognition of the territorial integrity of Armenia and Azerbaijan as a key milestone. This emphasis on mutual recognition underscores a broader framework for stabilizing regional relations and advancing diplomatic dialogue.
During discussions with regional partners, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan highlighted notable progress in bilateral ties, noting that mutual recognition of each other’s territorial integrity could form a solid basis for ongoing cooperation. He emphasized that the parties have made tangible advances in shaping a cooperative relationship that supports mutual security and economic collaboration.
Leaders from Azerbaijan and other participants also reflected on the absence of claims beyond agreed boundaries, reaffirming a shared commitment to peaceful coexistence and lawful dispute resolution. The conversations continued to explore practical avenues for implementing existing pledges and enhancing regional stability through sustained diplomatic engagement.