Ilham Aliyev received the credentials of the newly-appointed Spanish Ambassador

President Ilham Aliyev has received the credentials of the newly-appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Spain Rafael Mendivil Peydro.

Ambassador Rafael Mendivil Peydro reviewed the guard of honor.

Rafael Mendivil Peydro handed his credentials to President Ilham Aliyev.

President Ilham Aliyev then had a conversation with the Ambassador.

Ambassador Rafael Mendivil Peydro conveyed greetings and best wishes on behalf of King of Spain Felipe VI to the head of state.

President Ilham Aliyev noted that Azerbaijan and Spain enjoyed active cooperation in political, economic and other fields. The head of state recalled with pleasure his meetings with the Prime Minister of Spain in international events and their fruitful discussions on further development of cooperation between the two countries. Touching upon the successful activities of Spanish companies in the country, the Azerbaijani President said there was big potential for the development of bilateral ties even further.

The head of state expressed his gratitude for the greetings of King Felipe VI and asked the diplomat to communicate his greetings to the Spanish King.

During the meeting, the sides exchanged views on the issues related to cooperation between Azerbaijan and the European Union.