On this day in 1991, more than 90% of Ukrainians chose independence. The clear majority answered “Yes” to confirm the Act of Declaration of Independence of Ukraine in all the regions, including in the east and Crimea. It was a long-awaited choice to live in a free,

Honoured to speak at the 1st International Conference on National Resilience in Ivano-Frankivsk. Highlighted the role of the Ukraine–Azerbaijan strategic partnership in strengthening resilience. Grateful to organizers, experts and partners for discussions and continued support.

Had a constructive meeting with Alexander Vinnikov, Head of NATO’s Office in the South Caucasus. Discussed regional security, shared priorities, and further cooperation. Grateful for NATO’s support. We agreed to maintain close coordination.

Had a fruitful meeting with newly appointed MFA Azerbaijan Director for Eastern Europe, South Caucasus, Western & Central Asia, Amb. Gursel Ismayilzada. Grateful for Azerbaijan’s steadfast support to Ukraine since the first days of russian invasion. Agreed to deepen our cooperation.

Marked International Volunteer Day at the Ukrainian Center in Baku, honoring volunteers and partners of the Volunteer Coordination Center. Thank you to all who continue to support Ukraine in these difficult times. Stronger together 🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿

Azerbaijan once again hosted the Days of Ukrainian Literature within the “New Horizons of Ukrainian Culture” project. Meaningful discussions, new books, and stronger cultural ties between 🇺🇦 and 🇦🇿. Strengthening friendship and mutual understanding between our nations.

On Dec. 9 UCCI and Kiçik və Orta Biznesin İnkişafı Agentliyi (KOBİA) held a joint online meeting of the updated Ukraine–Azerbaijan Business Council. Thankful to our partners for their continued support. Together, we are advancing trade, investment, and new opportunities for the economic development 🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿.

Today we mark Ukraine’s Diplomatic Service Day 🇺🇦 Honoring over a century of Ukrainian diplomacy defending freedom, amplifying Ukraine’s voice worldwide, and strengthening global support against aggression. Grateful to our diplomats and partners. Together to victory.

We thank our partners and friends in Azerbaijan and the world for their support in 2025. Our shared goal remains clear: freedom, just and lasting peace. In 2026, we continue working for peace and security for Ukraine, Europe, the world. May the new year bring just peace for all.

🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿 First regional visit of 2026: productive meeting with Elvin Pashayev, Head of Gakh region of Azerbaijan. Focused on renewing Chornomorsk–Gakh ties and expanding practical interregional cooperation between Ukraine and Azerbaijan.

🇺🇦🇹🇷🇦🇿 Fruitful meeting with H.E. Birol Akgün, Ambassador of Türkiye to Azerbaijan. Focused on strengthening cooperation with the Organization of Turkic States and advancing shared efforts toward a just peace for Ukraine. Grateful for the support. Agreed to step up coordination

Met with Samir Bejanov , Director of International Security of MFA Azerbaijan 🇦🇿. Shared updates on russian latest attacks against Ukrainian cities. Discussed deepening 🇺🇦🇦🇿 strategic partnership and coordination in international organizations. Appreciate 🇦🇿support and solidarity🇺🇦.

🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿 Last week in Sheki, I met with Elhan Usubov, Head of the Sheki District Executive Authority, to discuss strengthening Ukraine–Azerbaijan interregional cooperation, including partnerships between Zhmerynka–Sheki and potential cooperation with Lviv.

🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿 Had a productive meeting with Yalchin Rafiyev, Azerbaijan’s Deputy Foreign Minister and GUAM National Coordinator. Discussed bilateral cooperation, international collaboration, and thanked Azerbaijan for its steadfast support and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

Productive meeting with Hikmet Hajiyev , Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan. Discussed 2025 outcomes and steps to further strengthen our strategic partnership in 2026. Grateful for Azerbaijan’s continued support for Ukraine.

Productive meeting with Emin Amrullayev, Minister of Science and Education of Azerbaijan. Discussed 2025 education cooperation and priorities for 2026, including diploma recognition, double degree programs, and expanding opportunities for teaching Ukrainian in Azerbaijan. 🇺🇦🤝🇦🇿

Today, the team of UKR Embassy in AZE in Azerbaijan joined the diplomatic corps in honoring the victims of the tragic events of January 20, 1990. At Martyrs’ Alley, we laid flowers in tribute to Azerbaijan’s heroes and commemorated Viktor Seryohin, a legendary 🇺🇦 pilot and Hero 🇦🇿 .

🇺🇦🇦🇿 Together with the people of Azerbaijan, we honor the memory of the victims of the tragic events of January 20, 1990. United in solidarity and in defending freedom, sovereignty, and human dignity. #Ukraine #Azerbaijan #January20 #BlackJanuary #Solidarity

🇺🇦🇦🇿 Azerbaijan sends a new shipment of humanitarian aid to restore Ukraine’s energy infrastructure: generators, transformers, low-voltage panels, and 27,000 m of cables. We are very grateful to Ilham Aliyev and the people of Azerbaijan for their unwavering support!

Had a productive meeting with Farid Shafiyev Farid Shafiyev, Chairman of the AIR Center. Discussed bilateral, regional, and global challenges, future cooperation, and expert dialogue. Grateful for Azerbaijan’s continued support for Ukraine.