Hikmet Hajiyev, Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Head of the Foreign Policy Affairs Department of the Presidential Administration, discussed regional cooperation and sustainability in talks with world-renowned economist Professor Jeffrey Sachs in Baku.

Axar.az reports that Hajiyev shared details of the meeting on his X account.

Hajiyev said the two sides held an “engaging discussion” on key regional and global issues.

“Had an engaging discussion with world-renowned economics Professor Jeffrey Sachs during his visit to Baku. We exchanged views on sustainable development, geopolitics and geoeconomics, as well as the wider Caspian region concept, Azerbaijan’s growing role as a middle power, our peace agenda, and the importance of regional ownership,” he said.

He also highlighted Sachs’ “Marco Polo – Drive of Peace” initiative, which involves travelling the East–West route by electric vehicles, describing it as an inspiring example of promoting dialogue and connectivity.

“His “Marco Polo – Drive of Peace” initiative, traversing the East-West route by electric vehicles, is an inspiring example of promoting dialogue and connectivity,” he added.