Bishkek, Nov. 2, 2026 /Kabar/. During the official visit to Azerbaijan, a delegation from the Ministry of Defense of Kyrgyzstan, led by First Deputy Minister of Defense Talaybek Sharsheev, held a series of meetings aimed at strengthening bilateral military cooperation.
During the visit, a meeting took place with the Minister of Defense of Azerbaijan, Zakir Hasanov.
The parties discussed current issues regarding military interaction, prospects for developing cooperation, the conduct of joint exercises and training, and the exchange of experience to enhance the professional proficiency of military personnel and the combat readiness of the armed forces of both states. As part of the visit, the Kyrgyz delegation visited the Alley of Martyrs, where they honored the memory of those who fell for the independence and territorial integrity of Azerbaijan by laying flowers at the "Eternal Flame" memorial.
Particular attention was paid to the issue of military education. The delegation familiarized itself with the operations of the Jamshid Nakhchivanski Military Lyceum and the National Defense University of Azerbaijan, including their educational systems, training infrastructure, and the organization of military personnel training.
The delegates visited Kyrgyz military personnel currently undergoing training at the Heydar Aliyev Military Institute. Members of the delegation inquired about the progress of their studies and the conditions of their training.
The visit reaffirmed the mutual interest of Kyrgyzstan and Azerbaijan in further strengthening friendly relations, expanding military cooperation, and developing collaboration in the field of military personnel training.