Azerbaijan and the Russian region of Karelia are close to finalizing a roadmap for expanding economic and trade cooperation, following talks between Azerbaijani Deputy Economy Minister Elnur Aliyev and Karelia's Head Artur Parfenchikov.
Aliyev expressed Baku's interest in partnering with Russian regions, while Karelia's authorities see potential in strengthening foreign economic ties.
Earlier, Azerbaijan and Tatarstan agreed to jointly develop an industrial park in Azerbaijan.
