IN SR0039

Recognizes the strategic partnership and friendship between the United States and the Republic of Azerbaijan, urging continued enhancement of bilateral relations

Acknowledges Azerbaijan's support following September 11, 2001, including opening airspace and airports for coalition troops and deploying soldiers alongside U.S. forces in Afghanistan

Notes that approximately 40% of supplies for U.S. and allied troops in Afghanistan are delivered through Azerbaijan

Highlights Azerbaijan's role in U.S. energy security, counterterrorism cooperation, and nonproliferation of weapons of mass destruction, given its location between Iran and Russia

Directs the Secretary of the Senate to transmit copies of the resolution to the Governor and Indiana's Congressional delegation