Azerbaijan's ambassador to Pakistan, Khazar Farhadov, has stated that both countries are taking steps to increase trade and expand ties in various fields, including the IT and pharmaceutical industries. He added that Azerbaijan is interested in recruiting qualified personnel from Pakistan and that Azerbaijani students are eager to learn Urdu and Pakistani culture. Farhadov emphasized the historical, cultural, and religious links between the two countries and Azerbaijan's support for Pakistan's position on the Kashmir issue. He concluded by expressing hope for closer ties between universities in Pakistan and Azerbaijan.