Azerbaijan, Djibouti ink important agreements in civil aviation

By Laman Ismayilova

Azerbaijan and Djibouti have reached important agreements in civil aviation, as Azerbaijan Airlines (AZAL) President Jahangir Askerov was on a working visit to the Republic of Djibouti on November 29-30.

During the visit, Askerov held a series of meetings with senior officials of Djibouti.  The AZAL president was received by President of the Republic of Djibouti, Mr. Ismail Omar Guelleh on November 30, AZAL reported.

Expressing deep gratitude for the warm and sincere welcome, Askerov gave detailed information about AZAL. He underlined powerful potential for cooperation between the two countries and noted that the relationship between Azerbaijan and Djibouti will continue to develop.

In his turn, President Guelleh welcomed Jahangir Askerov and stressed that he attaches great importance to the development of relations with Azerbaijan.

The president noted that he supports fraternal Azerbaijan in any field.

Jahangir Askerov also met with Aboubaker Omar Hadi, Chairman of Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority.

During these meetings, presentation of the project of new Djibouti International Airport was held, where the possibility of participation of Azerbaijani companies in the construction work was discussed.

In addition, a Memorandum of Understanding was signed between Azerbaijan Airlines and Djibouti Airlines to expand cooperation. After the signing ceremony, heads of companies made a statement to the press.

Moreover, an agreement was reached to open Baku-Djibouti cargo transportation flight, as well as to establish Azerbaijan-Djibouti joint cargo transportation company.