ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Ambassador of Azerbaijan Khazar Farhadov met the Minister for Defence Khawaja Muhammad Asif at his office in Islamabad on Thursday.
The minister welcomed the dignitary and highly appreciated the brotherly feelings of Azerbaijan government for Pakistan on all international forums including Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) and United Nations.
The defence minister stated that Pakistan views Azerbaijan as an important Country due to its strategic location, immense resources, progressive outlook and fast-growing economy.
Khawaja Asif expressed desire to enhance defence relations, which have immense potential to grow to the benefit of both countries. He appreciated continued interaction between higher military and defence level leadership of the two countries.
The minister for defence also emphasized on availing of maximum training opportunities being offered by Pakistan.
The minister offered collaboration between Pakistan Maritime Security Agency and Azerbaijan Coast Guard in the fields of search and rescue and other maritime fields.
The Azerbaijan Ambassador Khazar Farhadov thanked the government of Pakistan for its cooperation in development of defence industry of Azerbaijan.
