| Azerbaijan–Malaysia relations | |
| Party1: | Azerbaijan |
| Party2: | Malaysia |
| Filetype: | svg |
| Mission1: | Embassy of Azerbaijan, Baku |
| Mission2: | Embassy of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur |
| Envoytitle1: | Ambassador |
| Envoy1: | Irfan Davudov[1] |
| Envoytitle2: | Ambassador |
| Envoy2: | Ahmad Kamrizamil Bin Mohd Riza[2] |
Foreign relations exist between Azerbaijan and Malaysia. Azerbaijan has an embassy in Kuala Lumpur,[3] while Malaysia has an embassy in Baku.[4] Both countries are members of the Group of 77.
Malaysia recognized the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan on 31 December 1991, shortly after Azerbaijan declared its independence from the Soviet Union. The formal establishment of full diplomatic relations between the two countries occurred on 5 April 1993.[5]
Since establishing diplomatic relations, Malaysia and Azerbaijan have engaged in various activities to strengthen their ties. Both countries have exchanged high-level visits and collaborated on international and regional issues. Azerbaijan opened its embassy in Kuala Lumpur in June 2007, while Malaysia established its embassy in Baku on 1 April 2014. https://www.sinardaily.my/article/194276/focus/national/political-relations-good-but-high-time-to-strengthen-economic-ties---azerbaijan-ambassador/#google_vignette
Economic ties between Malaysia and Azerbaijan have shown significant potential. In 2011, bilateral trade amounted to approximately US$2.5 billion, with Malaysia being a notable investor in Azerbaijan. Malaysian exports to Azerbaijan include petrochemical products, palm oil, and electronics, while Azerbaijan exports crude oil and food products to Malaysia (Azeri Observer). The diversification of Azerbaijan’s economy, especially in non-oil sectors like tourism, ICT, and renewable energy, presents opportunities for further collaboration. Malaysian businesses are particularly interested in these sectors and are encouraged to invest in Azerbaijan’s dynamic economic landscape.https://www.sinardaily.my/article/194276/focus/national/political-relations-good-but-high-time-to-strengthen-economic-ties---azerbaijan-ambassador/#google_vignette
Cultural and educational exchanges are essential components of Malaysia-Azerbaijan relations. Both countries have organized cultural events and student exchange programs to promote mutual understanding. Cooperation in higher education, such as joint training and research, has been encouraged. Direct flights between the two countries are anticipated to boost tourism and educational exchanges, further strengthening people-to-people ties https://www.sinardaily.my/article/194276/focus/national/political-relations-good-but-high-time-to-strengthen-economic-ties---azerbaijan-ambassador/#google_vignette.
In 2012, the total export from Malaysia to Azerbaijan stood at US$14.15 million, with fuel and chemical components being the largest contributors at US$4.1 million and palm oil at US$3.3 million.[6] In the same year, around 290 Malaysians travelled to Azerbaijan for business and work, especially in the petrochemical sector, while there were some 50 Azerbaijani citizens in Malaysia who were mostly students and also in the business sector.[6] The Malaysian cargo airlines also has chosen Azerbaijan as its main transit hub.[7]
| 2020[8] | 68 843,26 | |
| 2021[9] | 76 539,56 | |
| 2022[10] | 54 537,88 |
| 2020 | 60 658,28 | |
| 2021 | 512,74 | |
| 2022 | 38 889,16 |