Energy Minister has held discussions with UK Ambassador to Azerbaijan

Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov met with Duncan Norman, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to Azerbaijan.

During the meeting, the development of Azerbaijan-UK relations and the expansion of the energy partnership from the oil and gas sector to clean energy, decarbonisation and electricity interconnections were noted with satisfaction.

The solar energy project being implemented with bp in Jabrayil and the electrification of oil and gas infrastructure were highlighted as important examples of a new stage in the energy partnership.

Particular attention was paid to expanding cooperation on green energy corridors and interconnectors. Information was provided on the development of the Caspian-Black Sea-Europe Green Energy Corridor project, the results of the feasibility study and international interest in the project. The continuation of expert-level discussions on the next stages of the project and opportunities for British companies to participate in this process were considered.

The work carried out within the Memorandum of Understanding on cooperation in the clean energy transition, as well as the results of mutual visits and information exchange were positively assessed.

The parties also exchanged views on preparations for the 8th meeting of the Intergovernmental Commission, the issues to be discussed and the documents planned to be signed in various areas.  It was agreed to continue cooperation to further expand the Azerbaijan-UK partnership in the fields of energy, trade and investment through new projects.