Sheikh Hamdan Arrives in Baku for Azerbaijan’s Victory Day Celebrations

Visit underscores UAE’s commitment to strengthening bilateral relations and global diplomacy

Baku: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and Minister of Defence of the UAE, arrived in Baku on Friday to lead a high-level delegation for Azerbaijan’s Victory Day celebrations.

Upon landing at Heydar Aliyev International Airport, Sheikh Hamdan was welcomed by Emin Amrullayev, Azerbaijan’s Minister of Science and Education, along with senior government officials.

The UAE delegation included:

• Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology
• Omar Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications
• Saeed bin Mubarak Al Hajeri, Minister of State
• Lt. Gen. Ibrahim Nasser Al-Alawi, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Defence
• Maj. Gen. Khalifa Rashid Al Hamli, Director of the Office of the Minister of Defence
• Muhammad Murad Al Balushi, UAE Ambassador to Azerbaijan

The visit highlights the UAE’s commitment to deepening UAE–Azerbaijan relations, enhancing defence cooperation, and participating in major international events. It also reflects the UAE’s continued engagement in global diplomatic efforts and regional partnerships.