Ukraine and Azerbaijan Strengthen Strategic Ties in Push for Peace and Reconstruction
On May 25, during a high-level visit to Baku, Ukraine’s Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha held a series of meetings with Azerbaijani leaders, including President Ilham Aliyev and Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov, to advance bilateral cooperation and address key regional challenges stemming from Russia’s ongoing aggression.
The Gaze reports on this with reference to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine.
In remarks following his audience with President Aliyev, Sybiha described the discussion as “frank and comprehensive,” centered on strengthening Ukrainian-Azerbaijani relations and aligning efforts to restore peace and stability in the region.
“We focused on practical steps toward ending Russia’s war against Ukraine and achieving a just and enduring peace,” Sybiha stated. He expressed Ukraine’s appreciation for Azerbaijan’s unwavering support for Ukrainian sovereignty and territorial integrity, as well as for the country’s timely humanitarian and energy assistance during the winter months.
The minister also highlighted Azerbaijan’s potential role in Ukraine’s long-term recovery, noting the significance of Baku’s expected participation in the upcoming Ukraine Recovery Conference, set for July 10-11 in Rome. “This partnership can contribute meaningfully to rebuilding Ukraine and securing greater regional resilience,” Sybiha said.
Earlier this year, Azerbaijan allocated $1 million in humanitarian aid to Ukraine, further signaling its commitment to supporting the Ukrainian people during wartime.
In a separate meeting with Economy Minister Jabbarov, the focus shifted to trade, investment, and energy cooperation. Sybiha emphasized Ukraine’s openness to Azerbaijani investors and reiterated Kyiv’s goal of expanding bilateral economic ties.
“Azerbaijani capital and companies have a vital role to play in Ukraine’s economic revival,” he wrote on social media, adding that both sides are determined to return trade volumes to pre-invasion levels.
He described Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction as one of the most ambitious investment projects of the 21st century – a transformative effort that will require strong international partnerships.
The visit underlined the deepening strategic dialogue between Kyiv and Baku at a time when stability and joint recovery efforts remain high on the global agenda.
As The Gaze reported earlier, Azerbaijan accused Russia of cyberattack on national media outlets on February 20, 2025.