European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen arrived in Baku on 1 July 2026 to hold discussions with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev. In a statement released by the European Commission, the President thanked Mr Aliyev for the reception, noting the significance of returning to the city. The visit highlights the continued engagement between the European Union and Azerbaijan.
The formal statement focused on the diplomatic exchange between the two leaders. Further details regarding the specific agenda or outcomes of the meeting were not provided in the initial press release issued by the European Commission.
Source: European Commission. Read the original report ↗