Pakistan, Turkey and Azerbaijan set to strengthen anti-India nexus

Islamabad: The growing nexus between Islamabad-Ankara-Baku is expected to deepen and broaden further during the visit of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Azerbaijan after concluding his ongoing visit to Iran.

According to reports, a trilateral summit of Pakistan, Turkey and Azerbaijan is expected to be held in Lachin, a strategic city that connects Azerbaijan to Armenia, in the next 48 hours to take "important decisions on joint strategies" in several fields, including defence.

"This high-level trilateral meeting between the heads of state/government of Turkey, Azerbaijan and Pakistan will be held in the city of Lachin, Azerbaijan, which is known for its natural beauty and strategic importance. The meeting is being held to consider the regional situation arising after the recent conflict between Pakistan and India, explore opportunities for mutual cooperation, and formulate a strategy for a common future," Pakistani media reported on Tuesday. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will be paying a visit to Azerbaijan on Wednesday, the Turkish media also confirmed on Tuesday.  (IANS)

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