Islamabad, January 15, 2026: The Executive Committee of the Pakistan–Azerbaijan Parliamentary Friendship Group (PFG) on Thursday held its first virtual meeting with the Working Group on Azerbaijan–Pakistan Inter-Parliamentary Relations, aimed at further strengthening parliamentary cooperation and deepening inter-parliamentary engagement between the two brotherly countries.
The Pakistani side was led by Convener of the Pakistan–Azerbaijan PFG, Syed Raza Ali Gillani, MNA, and included members Ms. Sehar Kamran, Mr. Muhammad Moin Aamer Pirzada, Ms. Naeema Kishwar Khan, and Ms. Syeda Amnah Batool. The Azerbaijani delegation was headed by Mr. Kamaladdin Gafarov, Head of the Working Group on Azerbaijan–Pakistan Inter-Parliamentary Relations of the Milli Majlis, along with Mr. Arzu Naghiyev, Mr. Elshan Musayev, Ms. Amina Aghazada, Mr. Jeyhun Mammadov, and Mr. Anar Mammadov.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Kamaladdin Gafarov highlighted the deep-rooted friendship, brotherhood, and solidarity between Azerbaijan and Pakistan. He recalled Pakistan’s principled and consistent support for Azerbaijan and appreciated the steadfast stance of the Government and people of Pakistan. He also referred to recent high-level and parliamentary engagements as a reflection of the strong and evolving bilateral relationship.
Convener Syed Raza Ali Gillani reaffirmed Pakistan’s commitment to strengthening parliamentary and institutional ties with Azerbaijan. He emphasized the important role of parliamentarians in promoting cooperation in trade, economy, culture, education, youth engagement, and people-to-people exchanges. Stressing the need for regular parliamentary interactions and sustained follow-up, he said such engagement was essential for achieving tangible outcomes.
He also highlighted the recent inauguration of the Pakistan Asaan Khidmat Centre by Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif, established with the cooperation of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and appreciated the specialized training provided under Azerbaijan’s Asaan Khidmat Centre model, describing it as a symbol of strong bilateral cooperation.
Members from both sides exchanged views on expanding collaboration in trade, agriculture, tourism, education, research, and youth exchange programmes. They underscored the importance of dialogue, mutual learning, and parliamentary diplomacy in fostering a long-term partnership.
Ambassadors from both countries also highlighted the positive momentum in bilateral relations and emphasized the constructive role of parliamentary exchanges in reinforcing broader diplomatic engagement.
The meeting concluded with a reaffirmation of the shared resolve to further strengthen Pakistan–Azerbaijan relations through enhanced parliamentary engagement, closer coordination, and sustained collaboration in areas of mutual interest.
