Deepening Energy Cooperation between Turkey and Azerbaijan for Stable Regions

The fourth Turkey-Azerbaijan Energy Forum, held in Izmir, Turkey on Wednesday, brought together energy ministers Alparslan Bayraktar of Turkey and Parviz Shahbazov of Azerbaijan to discuss and strengthen the energy cooperation between the two nations.

The forum, which was part of the Turkey Wind Energy Congress (TUREK 2025), aimed to diversify and deepen energy cooperation, with the ultimate goal of contributing to regional and global energy supply security.

Both Turkey and Azerbaijan have geostrategic positions, rich resources, and advanced infrastructure, making them reliable partners in regional supply security and global markets. The Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan Pipeline Project is a testament to their joint efforts in contributing to world oil supply.

Projects implemented in oil and natural gas fields demonstrate the accuracy and result-oriented nature of the shared vision between the two nations. The next major joint energy project is the development of significant regional energy infrastructure. While specific details about the project name or type were not provided, Azerbaijan plays a key role in existing and planned initiatives.

The unbreakable brotherly bonds between Turkey and Azerbaijan were highlighted at the forum, with the 'one nation, two states' understanding expressed in major energy projects. These bonds extend beyond cultural and political spheres into economic and strategic areas.

The forum opened new horizons for mutual benefit, with the aim of strengthening cooperation in Karabakh, D-230, and friendship fields. The event co-chaired by Bayraktar and Shahbazov, discussed energy cooperation between the two nations, emphasising their commitment to a shared vision of a secure and prosperous future.

Energy is a fundamental driver of the development and prosperity of both Turkey and Azerbaijan. By working together, these nations complement each other in contributing to regional and global energy supply security. The event was a step towards a brighter future for energy cooperation between Turkey and Azerbaijan.