Azerbaijan | Malaysia |
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Diplomatic mission | |
Embassy of Azerbaijan, Kuala Lumpur | Embassy of Malaysia, Baku |
Envoy | |
Ambassador Irfan Davudov [1] | Ambassador Ahmad Kamrizamil Bin Mohd Riza [2] |
Foreign relations exist between Azerbaijan and Malaysia. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur, [3] while Malaysia has an embassy in Baku. [4] Both countries are members of the Group of 77. Relations are close because the both countries are both secular Muslim-majority states with an increasing number of Christians.
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Malaysia recognized the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan on 31 December 1991, shortly after Azerbaijan declared its independence from the Soviet Union. The formal establishment of full diplomatic relations between the two countries occurred on 5 April 1993. [5]
Since establishing diplomatic relations, Malaysia and Azerbaijan have engaged in various activities to strengthen their ties. Both countries have exchanged high-level visits and collaborated on international and regional issues. Azerbaijan opened its embassy in Kuala Lumpur in June 2007, while Malaysia established its embassy in Baku on 1 April 2014.
Economic ties between Malaysia and Azerbaijan have shown significant potential. In 2011, bilateral trade amounted to approximately US$2.5 billion, with Malaysia being a notable investor in Azerbaijan. Malaysian exports to Azerbaijan include petrochemical products, palm oil, and electronics, while Azerbaijan exports crude oil and food products to Malaysia (Azeri Observer). The diversification of Azerbaijan’s economy, especially in non-oil sectors like tourism, ICT, and renewable energy, presents opportunities for further collaboration. Malaysian businesses are particularly interested in these sectors and are encouraged to invest in Azerbaijan’s dynamic economic landscape.
Cultural and educational exchanges are essential components of Malaysia-Azerbaijan relations. Both countries have organized cultural events and student exchange programs to promote mutual understanding. Cooperation in higher education, such as joint training and research, has been encouraged. Direct flights between the two countries are anticipated to boost tourism and educational exchanges, further strengthening people-to-people ties .
In 2012, the total export from Malaysia to Azerbaijan stood at US$14.15 million, with fuel and chemical components being the largest contributors at US$4.1 million and palm oil at US$3.3 million. [6] In the same year, around 290 Malaysians travelled to Azerbaijan for business and work, especially in the petrochemical sector, while there were some 50 Azerbaijani citizens in Malaysia who were mostly students and also in the business sector. [6] The Malaysian cargo airlines also has chosen Azerbaijan as its main transit hub. [7]
Year | Amount Thousands of USD |
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2020 [8] | 68 843,26 |
2021 [9] | 76 539,56 |
2022 [10] | 54 537,88 |
Year | Amount Thousands of USD |
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2020 [8] | 60 658,28 |
2021 [9] | 512,74 |
2022 [10] | 38 889,16 |
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Malaysia is an active member of various international organisations, including the Commonwealth of Nations, the United Nations, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, and the Non-Aligned Movement. It has also in recent times been an active proponent of regional co-operation.
Bilateral ties between Malaysia and the United States were established upon Malayan independence in 1957. The US was, and still is one of the largest trading partners for Malaysia and is traditionally considered to be Malaysia's oldest and closest ally in military, economic and education sectors. Malaya was the predecessor state to Malaysia, a larger federation formed through the merger of Malaya, North Borneo, Sarawak and Singapore in 1963. Immediately before the merger, the latter three territories were previously part of the British Empire. But the US has had consular and commercial presence in Malaya since the 1800s. US merchants, especially Joseph William Torrey together with Thomas Bradley Harris also had commercial interests in north western coast of Borneo in the 19th century as well, where they established the American Trading Company of Borneo.
In 1991, Azerbaijan recovered its independence from the Soviet Union, which was recognized by Greece on December 31, 1991. Diplomatic relations were established in 1992. The Greek embassy in Baku was opened in the spring of 1993. The embassy of Azerbaijan in Athens was opened in August 2004.
After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Azerbaijan and Ukraine gained their independence from the Soviet Union and started a close friendship with establishing diplomatic relations in 1992. The relations of strategic cooperation, political, economical and cultural relations between two countries are at a very high level. Azerbaijan currently plays an important role in both organization and the foreign policy of Ukraine due to its strategic role in the region.
Bilateral ties exist between Azerbaijan and Italy. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Rome, while Italy has an embassy in Baku. Both countries are full members of the Council of Europe and the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE).
Malaysia–Venezuela relations are foreign relations between Malaysia and Venezuela. Malaysia has had an embassy in Caracas since 1990, while Venezuela has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur. Diplomatic relations were established on 18 December 1986. Both countries are full members of the Group of 77.
Malaysia–Romania relations are foreign relations between Malaysia and Romania. Romania has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur and Malaysia has an embassy in Bucharest.
Malaysia–Mauritius relations are the bilateral foreign relations between Mauritius and Malaysia. Mauritius has a high commission in Kuala Lumpur, while the Malaysian embassy in Zimbabwe is also accredited to Mauritius. Both countries are members of the Commonwealth of Nations.
Egypt–Malaysia relations are foreign relations between Egypt and Malaysia. Egypt has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur, and Malaysia has an embassy in Cairo.
Malaysia–Nepal relations refer to bilateral foreign relations between Malaysia and Nepal. Malaysia has an embassy in Kathmandu, and Nepal has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur.
Lebanon–Malaysia relations refers to bilateral foreign relations between Lebanon and Malaysia. Lebanon has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur, and Malaysia has an embassy in Beirut.
Foreign relations were officially established in 1992. Azerbaijan appreciates Indonesia's support in international forums on Azerbaijan's position regarding the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Jakarta while Indonesia has an embassy in Baku. Both nations are members of the Asian Development Bank, Organization of Islamic Cooperation and Non-Aligned Movement.
Croatia–Malaysia relations refers to bilateral foreign relations between Croatia and Malaysia. Croatia has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur, and Malaysia has an embassy in Zagreb.
Azerbaijan-India relations are the bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and India.
Bilateral relations exist between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Republic of Burkina Faso in the diplomatic, cultural, socio-economic and other spheres. Neither country has a resident ambassador. Burkina Faso has a non resident embassy in Ankara.
Australia–Azerbaijan relations refer to bilateral relations between Australia and Azerbaijan. Cooperation is carried out in such areas as construction, tourism, agriculture, finances, investment, media, extractive industry, aerospace, ICT, oil and gas, etc. The building of the diplomatic mission of Australia in Azerbaijan is located in Ankara. Australia's Extraordinary Ambassador to Azerbaijan is Mark Innes-Brown.
Azerbaijan–Morocco relations are the bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Morocco. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Rabat. Morocco has an embassy in Baku.
Azerbaijan—Latvia relations refer to the bilateral relations between the Azerbaijan and Latvia. Since 2005, Azerbaijan has had a representative office in Riga, just as Latvia has an Embassy in Baku.
Azerbaijan—Lithuania relations refers to the bilateral relations between Azerbaijan and Lithuania. Both countries were Republics of the Soviet Union.
Azerbaijan—France relations are the bilateral relations between the Republic of Azerbaijan and the French Republic in the political, socio-economic, cultural, and other spheres.