THE MAIN DIRECTIONS OF MODERN DIPLOMATIC HISTORY OF AZERBAIJAN

Abstract. On October 18, 1991, the declaration of independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan, located in a geopolitically important region, and the changes that took place in the international arena in the late 80s and early 90s brought to the fore the importance of formulating and implementing a new foreign policy in Azerbaijan. On March 2, 1992, the Republic of Azerbaijan, which began to be recognized by many countries of the world, became a member of the United Nations (UN). The recognition of Azerbaijan by the countries of the world and the establishment of diplomatic relations created the basis for the systematic integration of the country into the world community. After gaining independence, Azerbaijan established an optimal foreign policy to establish relations with foreign countries and international organizations and solve its problems peacefully. With the collapse of the USSR, more priority was given to establishing dynamic relations with foreign countries, especially Western countries and Turkey.