Details of the Meeting Between Pashinyan and Aliyev

The Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan, met with the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, on August 31, 2026, in Bishkek during the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit. This was reported by the government.

The leaders emphasized the historical significance of the pre-signing of the peace agreement between the Republic of Armenia and the Republic of Azerbaijan, as well as the joint statement signed by Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and President Ilham Aliyev at the peace summit held in Washington on August 8, 2025, with the testimony of U.S. President Donald Trump.

The export of Azerbaijani petroleum products to Armenia, the transit of grain and other goods from third countries through Azerbaijan to Armenia, as well as the establishment of trade relations between the two countries, were highlighted as important practical manifestations of strengthening peace.

The leaders also welcomed interactions between the business communities and exchanged ideas on further expansion of mutually beneficial economic, trade, and energy cooperation.

The parties noted the crucial role of the relevant state commissions concerning the delimitation of the state border between Armenia and Azerbaijan and underscored the importance of continuing their work in accordance with the agreements reached between the two countries.

The leaders discussed the next practical steps related to the implementation of one of the key outcomes of the Washington peace summit, the "Trump Path for International Peace and Prosperity" (TRIPP), and emphasized the importance of connectivity projects within the TRIPP framework.

The leaders positively assessed the interactions involving parliamentarians and civil society representatives aimed at building confidence, noting their significance in fostering mutual trust and supporting a broader peace agenda.

Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and President Ilham Aliyev agreed to continue their efforts for lasting peace, normalization of interstate relations, and strengthening connectivity through direct bilateral communication.