Ilham Aliyev meets President of European Council in Dublin - UPDATED

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with President of the European Council António Costa in Dublin on November 12.

Operativ Media reports that President of the European Council António Costa expressed satisfaction with the development of relations between Azerbaijan and the European Union and recalled his visit to Azerbaijan. He invited President Ilham Aliyev to visit the European Union to continue discussions on Azerbaijan-EU dialogue and cooperation issues.

The Azerbaijani head of state recalled European Council President António Costa's visit to the country, noting that it opens up good opportunities for the development of bilateral relations.

Touching upon Azerbaijan's role as a reliable partner in Europe's energy supply and energy security, President Ilham Aliyev emphasized that Azerbaijan currently exports gas to 10 European Union member states.

The meeting highlighted the importance of reviewing long-term energy contracts and financial mechanisms to ensure the continuation of successful cooperation in gas supply between Azerbaijan and the European Union.

During the conversation, cooperation between Azerbaijan and the European Union in energy, including renewable energy, was discussed, highlighting the agreement reached between Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkiye, and Bulgaria for exporting renewable energy to the European market.

It was stated that the European Union would soon finalize the assessment of the Nakhchivan railway project.

The importance of the Middle Corridor was noted, and views were exchanged on the development of transport and connectivity.

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President of the European Council António Costa described his meeting with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev as productive.

Operativ Media reports that he made a post to this effect.

It was noted that 2026 is an important year in terms of Azerbaijan-European Union relations.

Costa noted that as peace between Azerbaijan and Armenia becomes a reality, the EU is investing so that the region's residents can benefit from it.

He emphasized that the resumption of negotiations on a new agreement between Azerbaijan and the European Union is good news for citizens.