Tehran: President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the deep-rooted friendship between Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan, highlighting their longstanding shared history and cultural and religious ties. He stated that the relationship between the two neighboring countries is built on a foundation of deep and enduring friendship.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, a coordination meeting was held on Wednesday to finalize discussion topics between Iran and Azerbaijan ahead of President Pezeshkian's upcoming visit to Baku. During this meeting, Pezeshkian remarked that Azerbaijan and Iran are inseparable parts of the same entity, with people on both sides of the border sharing extensive mutual interests.

Pezeshkian noted the significant potential for bilateral collaboration between the two nations. At the meeting's commencement, Mehdi Sanaei, a political advisor to the Iranian president, presented a report detailing the latest developments in interactions and the current state of relations with Azerbaijan. He also highlighted key opportunities for expanding bilateral ties.