Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Garibashvili met Fikrat Mammadov, Minister of Justice of the Republic of Azerbaijan today.

Discussion was related to the current relations and prospects of future partnership between the two countries, along with the recent visit of Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Georgia once again evidencing the outstanding relations existing between Georgia and Azerbaijan and truly adding a great momentum to the cooperation between the two countries.

Dignitaries spoke about the current situation in the region. Dialogue and its significance in the conflict resolution was highlighted at the meeting. It was noted that peaceful neighbourly initiative towards this end may serve as a solid basis for increasing the trust and credibility.

Attention was paid to the trade and economic relations between the nations. It was noted that Azerbaijan is a leading country among the key trading partners of Georgia. Readiness was expressed towards deepening these ties further.

The Minister of Justice of the Republic of Azerbaijan is visiting Georgia within the scope of a Georgia-Azerbaijan Justice Forum. Event is held for the first time and under the patronage of the Ministries of Justice of Georgia and Azerbaijan.