Tokyo, 22 June, /AJMEDIA/
The 51st Session of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) continues in Istanbul.
On the second day of the session, a meeting of the OIC Contact Group on Jammu and Kashmir was held, with the participation of Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov.
In his speech, Minister Bayramov reaffirmed Azerbaijan’s support for a peaceful resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir conflict, in line with the norms and principles of international law, the UN Charter, and relevant UN Security Council resolutions.
He emphasized the importance of full adherence to international humanitarian law, particularly the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms of the population and the preservation of the region’s demographic structure.
The Azerbaijani Foreign Minister praised the continued attention given to the issue within the framework of the OIC, especially by the Contact Group.
He also highlighted the significance of a swift resolution of the Jammu and Kashmir issue for ensuring long-term stability and security in South Asia, noting Azerbaijan’s concern over recent tensions in the region.
Minister Bayramov welcomed the ceasefire agreement announced between India and Pakistan on May 10 of this year and expressed hope that this step would lay the groundwork for sustained dialogue and the normalization of relations between the two countries.
