News - Aliyev Misses CIS Summit Due to Busy Schedule

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev will abstain from attending the informal CIS summit set to take place in St. Petersburg. Official statements from his office cite a 'busy work schedule' as the reason for his absence. Aliyev, who recently took part in the successful CIS heads of state council gathering in Dushanbe, has expressed contentment with the outcomes of the meeting. Meanwhile, the Kremlin previously announced plans for separate discussions involving Russian President Vladimir Putin, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan, and Aliyev, hinting at potential high-level negotiations during the summit. This development adds another layer to the regional dynamics, especially as various diplomatic exchanges continue to shape the intergovernmental landscape.