“The two countries’ defense ministries will hold discussions and make proposals through this commission, which will deal with security issues, regional security, etc.,” he said.
The diplomat said the second issue in the Iranian defense minister’s meetings in Azerbaijan was regional issues.
“There are some problems in the world and the region that also affect our countries. We focused and exchanged views especially on the Islamic State group and Al Qaeda that threaten the region, and we decided to take joint steps and necessary measures against religious radicalism,” said the ambassador.
Note that, the Iranian defense minister’s visit to Azerbaijan took place at Azerbaijani Defense Minister Zakir Hasanov’s request and he was received by President Ilham Aliyev. Mr. Dehghan has met with Defense Minister Zakir Hasanov and Defense Industry Minister Yaver Jamalov.
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