A meeting of the defense ministers of Azerbaijan, Turkey and Georgia was held in Ankara, at the end of which a trilateral protocol was signed. It is noted that the officials emphasized the important role of defense cooperation in ensuring peace, stability and security in the region.
The meeting touched upon the latest developments in the South Caucasus. The Azerbaijani Defense Minister stated that the initialing of the peace agreement between Azerbaijan and Armenia in Washington on August 8 is an important step towards the resolution of the conflict that has lasted for more than 30 years. According to Zakir Hasanov, this historic event has opened new opportunities for cooperation in the South Caucasus and beyond.
