KEY POINTS
- Aliyev welcomes Mnangagwa’s COP29 attendance, advancing Azerbaijan-Zimbabwe relations.
- Leaders discuss renewable energy, agriculture, and economic cooperation initiatives.
- A joint working group will explore education, trade, and sustainable development collaborations.
On November 10, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev hosted Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Baku for discussions aimed at strengthening cooperation in climate action, economic growth, and education, according to Azernews.
The talks underscored both leaders’ commitment to forging deeper ties across multiple sectors.
Aliyev, Mnangagwa strengthen climate, economic cooperation ties
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev welcomed Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa to Baku during COP29, emphasizing the significance of Mnangagwa’s participation in climate discussions as a step toward stronger bilateral ties.
Aliyev highlighted their shared interest in sustainable cooperation, viewing the visit as a valuable opportunity to advance mutual priorities. Mnangagwa praised Aliyev’s recent electoral victory, expressing optimism for deepening relations.
Both leaders underscored the importance of regular consultations to support ongoing partnerships and explored avenues for economic and technical collaboration through the United Nations, the Non-Aligned Movement, and other global platforms.
Aliyev, Mnangagwa forge climate and trade partnership
Recognizing the pressing threat of climate change, Presidents Aliyev and Mnangagwa discussed joint renewable energy projects to cut carbon emissions and bolster energy independence, aligning with both nations’ sustainability goals.
They highlighted agriculture and education as key areas for strengthening ties, agreeing to establish a working group focused on collaboration in food security and economic resilience.
The leaders also emphasized reciprocal visits by government and business delegations to boost partnerships in trade and technology. Aliyev reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s commitment to open dialogue, while Mnangagwa expressed optimism for impactful progress in bilateral cooperation.
