By Trend

Azerbaijan is an influential country in the world, former Iranian ambassador to Azerbaijan Mohsen Pakayeen told Trend.

“Azerbaijan is in the center of attention in the world as a result of holding big and international events,” Pakayeen said.

He added that this also boosts Azerbaijan’s cooperation with other countries.

"During its chairmanship in the Non-Aligned Movement, Azerbaijan can make important steps in maintaining peace and security in the region," the former ambassador said.

The meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) member-states kicked off on Oct. 23. The 18th NAM Summit will be held October 25-26.