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Azerbaijan’s gastronomic and regional tourism potential highlighted at meeting with UN Tourism Secretary-General

Baku, October 27, AZERTAC

On October 27, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov met with Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of UN Tourism.
The meeting focused on Azerbaijan–UN Tourism cooperation, promoting the country’s tourism potential internationally, exploring new partnership opportunities and expanding Azerbaijan’s participation in international tourism platforms.
Jeyhun Bayramov congratulated Shaikha Al Nuwais on her election as Secretary-General and wished her success, reaffirming Azerbaijan’s commitment to international tourism cooperation. He noted that the country’s favorable geographical location, cultural heritage, diverse landscapes, modern infrastructure and hospitality traditions enhance its appeal as a tourism destination.
The sides discussed Azerbaijan’s diverse tourism potential, highlighting opportunities to develop cultural, urban, ecotourism, rural, mountain, wellness, winter and business tourism.
The meeting also highlighted the role of Azerbaijan’s culinary heritage in promoting the country internationally. The sides discussed tourism initiatives, infrastructure development, improved international connectivity and the promotion of diverse tourism products in foreign markets.
Jeyhun Bayramov briefed the Secretary-General on the rich historical and cultural heritage and tourism potential of Azerbaijan’s liberated territories, as well as ongoing restoration and reconstruction efforts, infrastructure development and the preservation of cultural and religious heritage.
Shaikha Al Nuwais thanked Azerbaijan for its active membership in UN Tourism and outlined the organization’s priorities.
The sides also discussed other matters of mutual interest.

Politics 2026-10-27 20:52:00