Azerbaijan’s energy policy yields strong results, president declares

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has addressed participants of Baku Energy Week, highlighting the country’s growing role in the global energy transition and stating that Azerbaijan’s energy policy “continues to yield significant results.”

In a message, Aliyev welcomed participants and underlined the event’s importance as a global platform for energy dialogue, Caliber.Az reports via stste media.

“Dear event participants! Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen!

I sincerely welcome you to this prestigious event held within the framework of Baku Energy Week.

For many years now, Baku Energy Week has turned into an influential platform where the global energy agenda is shaped, and new approaches and cooperation formats are established. The importance of this event increases every year because the world is going through a transition phase from the traditional energy model to a new energy system based on a sustainable, low-carbon development strategy and technological innovations. Under such circumstances, Azerbaijan's role in the global energy dialogue is further strengthening,” he said.

The president noted that Azerbaijan’s energy sector is rooted in a long historical legacy, beginning in the 19th century with the development of its oil industry, and later expanded through international partnerships shaped under National Leader Heydar Aliyev in the 20th century.

He added that the country is now advancing through a new phase focused on green energy and sustainability.

“The energy policy implemented by Azerbaijan continues to yield significant results today. The current year is marked by a number of milestone events in the energy sector. In particular, the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Production Sharing Agreement for the ‘Shah Deniz’ gas field and the 20th anniversary of the start of commercial gas production from this field once again confirm Azerbaijan's strong position in the global energy market and the successful implementation of our country's energy strategy,” Aliyev said.

He stressed that energy security is increasingly linked to diversification and technological innovation, noting the rapid growth of investment in renewable and low-carbon technologies.

“The energy transition is no longer just an environmental issue, but has also become a factor in economic security and competitiveness,” the president said.

Aliyev also highlighted Azerbaijan’s “green energy” initiatives, describing the country as a strategic partner located at the crossroads of Eurasian energy and transport routes, with significant renewable potential and expanding international cooperation.

He pointed to ongoing large-scale green energy projects with international companies and increasing natural gas exports as strengthening Azerbaijan’s position in the global energy system.

“Azerbaijan's leading position in the World Economic Forum's energy transition report also shows that this is highly appreciated at the international level,” he said.

The president further outlined strategic priorities, including expanding renewable energy capacity, accelerating the green transition, and deploying modern technologies.

He emphasized the development of “green energy zones,” including in liberated territories and in Nakhchivan.

“I am confident that Baku Energy Week will continue to make significant contributions to the expansion of global energy dialogue, the shaping of new initiatives, and the building of a sustainable energy future,” Aliyev said, adding his gratitude to organizers and participants and wishing them “successful cooperation, productive discussions, and new achievements.”

By Vafa Guliyeva