Amman, May 27 (Petra)– Saleh Al-Khawaldah – Azerbaijani Ambassador
to Jordan Shahin Abdullayev affirmed that his country attaches great
importance to its brotherly relations with Jordan, noting that
diplomatic ties between the two nations have witnessed continuous
development since the early years of Azerbaijan’s independence.

In remarks to the Jordan News Agency (Petra) on the occasion of
Azerbaijan’s National Day, the ambassador said Jordanian-Azerbaijani
relations continue to grow under the leadership of His Majesty King
Abdullah II and President Ilham Aliyev, reflecting the deep mutual
respect, friendship and cooperation between the two countries.

He pointed to an intensive exchange of high-level visits and contacts
between the leaderships of both nations in recent years, adding that
bilateral trade volume reached approximately $6.5 million in 2024.

He stressed that both sides are working to increase this figure and
expand economic and investment cooperation.

Abdullayev said around 56 agreements, memoranda of understanding and
executive cooperation programs have been signed between the two
countries across various sectors.

He also highlighted the fourth session of the Jordanian-Azerbaijani
Joint Committee for Trade, Economic and Technical Cooperation, held
in Baku on November 26–27, 2025, co-chaired by Jordan’s Minister of
Industry, Trade and Supply and Azerbaijan’s Finance Minister,
describing its outcomes as fruitful.

The ambassador added that cooperation between chambers of commerce in
both countries is ongoing to establish a Jordanian-Azerbaijani
Business Council aimed at strengthening private-sector partnerships
and encouraging joint investments.

He noted that future cooperation is expected to expand in strategic
sectors, including petroleum products, raw materials, agriculture,
pharmaceuticals and defense industries, reflecting the growing
economic partnership between the two countries.

On tourism, Abdullayev said bilateral cooperation in the sector has
seen notable progress through initiatives aimed at boosting tourism
exchange and benefiting from opportunities available in both
countries. He noted that seasonal charter flights between Amman and
Baku have operated in recent years, helping stimulate tourism and
cultural exchange.

He added that efforts are currently underway to launch regular direct
flights between Baku and Amman in cooperation with airlines from both
countries, which would further enhance tourism, trade and investment
ties.

The ambassador also revealed that an Azerbaijani tourism delegation,
including representatives from the State Tourism Agency and
tourism-sector institutions, is scheduled to visit Jordan next June
to hold workshops, tour tourist sites and discuss future cooperation
prospects with Jordanian officials.

Speaking about his country’s development, Abdullayev said Azerbaijan
has overcome major challenges while preserving its national identity
and strengthening its international standing. He stressed that
Azerbaijan has proven over the decades its ability to protect and
reinforce its independence, describing it as the nation’s greatest
treasure.

He said the Republic of Azerbaijan laid the foundations of a modern
state and parliamentary traditions, granted women the right to vote
and established the principle of equality among citizens. Despite its
short lifespan, he noted, the republic gained international
recognition and contributed to promoting democratic concepts and
institution-building.

The ambassador added that after independence, Azerbaijan continued
implementing strategic projects in the fields of energy and
transport, enhancing its economic and regional position.

He said President Ilham Aliyev continues to pursue modernization and
development policies through strengthening infrastructure, expanding
gas exports to European markets and supporting green energy and
technology projects.

He also highlighted Azerbaijan’s growing role in international
cooperation and its hosting of major global events, reflecting its
increasing presence on the regional and international stages.

//Petra// MF