# Turkey-Azerbaijan and Turkic cooperation

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/turkey-azerbaijan-and-turkic-cooperation
> Updated: 2026-10-18T10:49:11.000Z. Sources: 37. Developments: 3.

Political and economic ties within the Turkic world have been highlighted through recent commemorations and diplomatic messaging. Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) leader Devlet Bahçeli emphasized the historical significance of the 2009 Nakhchivan Agreement, noting its role in establishing the foundation for the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). He described the Turkic world as the ‘heart of Eurasia,’ providing essential energy, transport, and stability to the international community.

Furthering the focus on bilateral relations, Bahçeli celebrated Azerbaijan’s 35th Independence Day, characterizing Turkey and Azerbaijan as ‘two states, one nation’ and ‘inseparable wholes.’ This sentiment was reinforced by economic developments, with the DEİK Turkey-Azerbaijan Business Council noting that Azerbaijani investments in Turkey have exceeded $20 billion. Discussions have shifted toward creating a ‘single economy’ through deeper integration in the energy, transport, and industrial sectors.

As Azerbaijan marks the 35th anniversary of its restored independence—commemorating the 1991 adoption of the Constitutional Act—Turkish leaders, including President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Bahçeli, have issued messages of solidarity. Bahçeli noted that the 2020 Karabakh Victory has added ‘new strength’ to Azerbaijan’s national independence. The bilateral relationship continues to expand from political and cultural solidarity into a deep economic partnership involving energy, industry, and infrastructure.

To honor the anniversary, cultural celebrations have extended internationally. In Rome, the Azerbaijani Cultural Center and the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in Italy hosted ‘The Sound of a Nation’ at Piazza di Spagna. In Eskişehir, Türkiye, the International Azerbaijan Congress, titled ‘In the 35th Year of the Restoration of Independence,’ opened at Anadolu University to strengthen scientific and cultural cooperation and expand academic ties and diaspora relations.

## Claims

- Azerbaijan re-declared its independence on October 18, 1991. (corroborated by 3 sources)
- MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli described Turkey and Azerbaijan as an inseparable whole. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Azerbaijan adopted the Constitutional Act on the Restoration of the State Independence on 18 October 1991. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Azerbaijan Democratic Republic was established on 28 May 1918. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The Azerbaijan Democratic Republic was incorporated into the Soviet Union in 1920. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Azerbaijan's investments in Turkey have exceeded $20 billion. (single source)
- There are 5,800 Turkish companies operating in Azerbaijan. (single source)
- SOCAR is the largest international investor in Turkey. (single source)
- Azerbaijan will hold the chairmanship of the Consultative Meetings of the Heads of State of Central Asia in 2027. (single source)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-18: Azerbaijan marks 35th anniversary of independence restoration

Azerbaijan marks the 35th anniversary of its 1991 independence restoration with cultural celebrations in Rome and an international congress at Anadolu University in Türkiye.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azerbaijan-marks-35th-anniversary-of-independence-with-events-in-italy-and-trkiye

### 2026-10-16: Azerbaijan marks 35th anniversary of restored independence

Azerbaijan celebrates 35 years of restored independence, with Turkish leaders emphasizing the 'one nation, two states' bond and growing economic integration between the two countries.

26 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/azerbaijan-and-turkey-mark-35-years-of-independence-and-economic-ties

### 2026-10-02: Devlet Bahçeli marks Turkic World Day and regional cooperation

MHP leader Devlet Bahçeli commemorated Turkic World Day, emphasizing the importance of the Nakhchivan Agreement and the Organization of Turkic States in fostering regional cooperation.

10 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/devlet-baheli-emphasizes-cooperation-within-the-turkic-world

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