Their discussion commenced during a plenary session, where they exchanged several remarks while seated next to each other. Dmitry Peskov, spokesperson for the Russian president, emphasized that such informal interactions are standard practice at international gatherings.
The agenda focused on peace initiatives: Pashinyan proposed simplified border and customs control procedures to enhance connections with Nakhchivan, and he stated that the draft peace treaty has been agreed upon to 80-90%. According to him, Armenia and Azerbaijan have resolved all key issues, laying the groundwork for lasting peace.
This meeting marks the second interaction in two weeks, highlighting an ongoing commitment to dialogue. Earlier, on October 8, both leaders had a brief exchange during the CIS summit in Moscow. Opening the summit in Kazan, Russian President Vladimir Putin noted that the start of demarcation and delimitation of the border between the two countries is a positive step toward a peace agreement. He added that the discussions between Aliyev and Pashinyan contribute positively to the BRICS summit, underscoring the importance of such contacts for regional stability.
