{"id":54248,"date":"2025-11-02T07:01:43","date_gmt":"2025-11-02T07:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/?p=54248"},"modified":"2025-11-02T07:05:24","modified_gmt":"2025-11-02T07:05:24","slug":"karabakh-to-kashmir-how-shared-struggles-unite-pakistan-azerbaijan-by-elnur-enveroglu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pakistanintheworld.pk\/live\/karabakh-to-kashmir-how-shared-struggles-unite-pakistan-azerbaijan-by-elnur-enveroglu\/","title":{"rendered":"Karabakh to Kashmir : How shared struggles unite Pakistan, Azerbaijan – By Elnur Enveroglu"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"By Elnur Enveroglu for Today.Az<\/span><\/p>\n

On 8 November, Azerbaijan will mark the fifth anniversary of its historic Victory Day. It is a date that was etched not only into national memory but also into the collective consciousness of the Muslim world. The liberation of Azerbaijani lands after more than three decades of occupation was not merely a geopolitical triumph. It was a moral and spiritual victory, an affirmation of justice long delayed but finally delivered.<\/span><\/p>\n

Yet Azerbaijan has never claimed this victory as a solitary achievement. Behind every soldier of its valiant army stood the steadfast friendship of its allies, foremost among them, the Republic of T\u00fcrkiye and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan. The solidarity of these two brotherly nations, particularly Pakistan\u2019s unwavering moral and political support, has been a cornerstone of Azerbaijan\u2019s resilience throughout the conflict and in its aftermath.<\/p>\n

The story of Pakistan\u2019s friendship with Azerbaijan began even before the ink on Azerbaijan\u2019s independence was dry. On 12 December 1991, Pakistan became one of the very first countries to recognise Azerbaijan\u2019s sovereignty. But it was more than a diplomatic gesture; it was a sign of kinship.<\/p>\n

In an era when many nations hesitated to choose sides, Pakistan took a principled stand by refusing to recognise the occupying country as a state, literally, citing its occupation of Azerbaijani territories. Such integrity is rare in international politics, where pragmatism often eclipses morality.<\/p>\n

\"\"Pakistan\u2019s position was rooted not in transactional diplomacy but in shared values, such as faith, justice, and the enduring ideal of freedom. Over the years, this moral alliance has matured into a strategic partnership, embodied in robust defence cooperation and mutual political support on the global stage.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The defence partnership between Azerbaijan and Pakistan has evolved into one of the most significant pillars of their bilateral relations. The two nations have signed multiple agreements covering military training, intelligence sharing, and joint exercises. Pakistani military instructors have helped train Azerbaijani officers, while Azerbaijani cadets have studied at Pakistan\u2019s prestigious military academies.<\/p>\n

In recent years, trilateral cooperation between Azerbaijan, Pakistan, and T\u00fcrkiye has created what analysts often refer to as a \u201ctriangle of brotherhood\u201d, a regional bloc rooted in shared Islamic identity, strategic interests, and a collective aspiration for stability. The three nations\u2019 joint military exercises, such as \u201cThree Brothers \u2013 2021\u201d, stand as living proof of this alliance in motion.<\/p>\n

When President Ilham Aliyev paid an official visit to Islamabad, the reception he received spoke volumes about Pakistan\u2019s affection for Azerbaijan. As his aircraft entered Pakistani airspace, it was escorted by the proud wings of Pakistan\u2019s Air Force fighter jets, a rare honour reserved for the most trusted of friends. It was not just a diplomatic protocol; it was a symbol, a gesture that resonated with emotion, a brother\u2019s salute to another brother\u2019s victory.<\/p>\n

Armenia Reportedly Finalizing $3 Billion Fighter Jet Deal with India to Boost Defense Against Azerbaijan-Pakistan Military Alliance<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n