Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan seek closer coordination between consular services
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan have held their fourth round of consular consultations in Baku, focusing on protecting citizens’ rights, migration issues and closer cooperation between the two countries’ relevant agencies.
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan are aiming for tighter coordination between their consular services.
The talks focused on the current situation and future prospects for consular cooperation, with special emphasis on safeguarding the rights and lawful interests of Uzbek and Azerbaijani citizens.
The agenda also covered migration, justice, the exchange of statistical information and improvements to the legal framework regulating bilateral relations. Both sides highlighted the need to expand direct contacts between the relevant government bodies.
The heads of the two countries’ consular services pointed to the progress achieved in their strategic partnership and alliance, and urged further advancement of friendly relations and practical cooperation between their foreign ministries.
During the visit, the Uzbek delegation also met with members of the Uzbek community in Azerbaijan. Consular representatives provided information on issues related to citizenship, migration, employment and education.