Expansion of Economic Ties Between Romania's Maramureș Region and Khankendi, Aghdara, and Khojaly Districts Under Consideration

Within the framework of an official visit to Romania, a delegation led by Elchin Yusubov, Special Representative of the President of Azerbaijan in the city of Khankendi and the Aghdara and Khojaly districts, held meetings at the Parliament of Romania.

A meeting took place in the Senate—the upper house of Parliament—with Glad-Aurel Varga, Vice President of the ruling National Liberal Party and Senator.

The meeting covered discussions on the development of bilateral relations, interregional cooperation, and matters of mutual interest.

Senator Glad-Aurel Varga noted the existence of historical friendship and close partnership relations between Romania and Azerbaijan, expressing readiness to provide appropriate parliamentary support toward developing interregional economic and investment ties. He emphasized that relations between the parliaments of both countries are developing with positive dynamics. Glad-Aurel Varga invited the Azerbaijani side to cooperate with the Arad region, which he represents.

Elchin Yusubov informed Senator Glad-Aurel Varga about the agreements reached during his visit to Romania's Maramureș region. He spoke about the large-scale restoration and reconstruction work, including infrastructure projects, carried out in liberated Karabakh through Azerbaijan's financial resources, as well as the opportunities created for foreign investors.

Expressing gratitude for the hospitality shown in Romania, Elchin Yusubov invited Senator Glad-Aurel Varga to Khankendi.

In addition, at the Chamber of Deputies of Parliament, the delegation met with Marian Neacșu, Vice President of the ruling Social Democratic Party, Deputy, and Co-Chair of the Romanian side of the Romania–Azerbaijan Inter-Parliamentary Friendship Group, alongside Deputy Radu Oprea. Views were exchanged on inter-parliamentary relations and planned events during the meeting.

Calling Azerbaijan a reliable partner of Romania, Marian Neacșu recalled his visit to Azerbaijan three years ago as part of a Romanian delegation and their reception by President Ilham Aliyev. He highlighted the importance of drafting an action plan, organizing reciprocal visits, and implementing joint projects for the effective development of economic cooperation.

Elchin Yusubov invited Marian Neacșu to visit Karabakh. Marian Neacșu promised to visit Azerbaijan, specifically Karabakh, in the near future.