Welcome Letters

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan
President of the Republic of Turkiye

Dear Participants,

Esteemed Guests,

I greet you all with heartfelt sincerity. I wish for all the events organized within the scope of Baku Energy Week to lead to positive outcomes. I hope this significant organization will deepen our cooperation and contribute to peace and stability in our region.

Our close relations with dear Azerbaijan are strong in every field, including energy.

Our cooperation, crowned with infrastructure investments such as the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan, Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum pipelines, and TANAP, has not only benefited Turkey and Azerbaijan but has also made significant contributions to the energy security of the region and Europe.

The transfer of gas to be produced in Turkmenistan to Turkiye and Europe through our joint efforts, and the expansion of TANAP's capacity, are now only a matter of time. The fruition of our efforts in these matters will undoubtedly be another joint success for Turkey and Azerbaijan.

As the Turkic World, we desire to further advance and deepen our cooperation in the energy sector, just as we do in political, economic, commercial, security, military, defense industry, transportation, health, education, and cultural fields among our countries. I also express my satisfaction with the upcoming Summit of the Turkic Council, which will be hosted by dear Azerbaijan in Shusha next month.

The completion of the modernization works of the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars Railway, which is the backbone of the Middle Corridor that brings the historic Silk Road to life on rails, and its return to full operation will have strategic importance in the development of regional transportation networks due to the 6-fold increase in freight transportation capacity.

As two countries, we strengthen our cooperation in renewable energy, new technologies, and energy source diversification. We aim to complete the electricity export via Nakhchivan and the Iğdır-Nakhchivan natural gas pipeline projects in the near future. We continue our efforts with determination to ensure peace and prosperity rising on the basis of permanent peace and stability in South Caucasus.

We welcome the positive developments between Azerbaijan and Armenia in recent times and once again emphasize that we see the signing of a peace agreement as a historic opportunity for the future of the region. In this regard, I congratulate brother Azerbaijan once again for hosting the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change in Baku from November 11 to 22, 2024, and express our readiness to provide all kinds of support during the preparation process of the Conference.

I wish success to all participants of Baku Energy Week, where the dynamic environment and developments in the energy sector will be closely monitored, and convey my thanks to my brother, President Ilham Aliyev, with my heartfelt feelings.

Joseph Biden
The President of the United States

Dear Mr. President,

I am pleased that you are once again hosting Baku Energy Week, which underscores the transformational role Azerbaijan has played in the global energy landscape.

Parviz Shahbazov
The Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Minister

Dear participants of the Exhibition and Forum!

Ladies and gentlemen,

I am delighted to extend a warm greeting and congratulate you on the opening of the “Baku Energy Week” 29th International “Caspian Oil and Gas” Exhibition and the “Baku Energy Forum.”

This year`s exhibition and forum coincide with the 30th anniversary of the "Contract of the Century," which profoundly influenced the development of Azerbaijan as a robust and independent state. The year 1994 marks the inception of the oil strategy laid down by the Great Leader Heydar Aliyev, coinciding with the inaugural oil and gas exhibition. Over the past three decades, the Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition has served as a platform for Azerbaijan to demonstrate its energy potential and achievements in this field.

Today, the policy of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, aimed at ensuring security at geopolitical, energy, and environmental levels, as well as regional initiatives geared towards sustainable development and stability, is yielding tangible results. Azerbaijan`s growing international reputation and its endeavors towards the "green transition" have led this year to the unanimous assignment of the chairmanship of the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29) to our country.

Over the years, on this platform, which is continuously adapted to tackle global energy challenges, we have strengthened our cooperation, initially rooted in oil, then expanded to include gas, and now collectively advancing towards a sustainable future with "green energy." Azerbaijan has entered a new era as an active participant in the energy transformation process.

In this regard, the implementation of ambitious plans with international energy companies for the establishment of industrial-scale renewable energy power, the creation of the "Green Energy Zone" in Karabakh, Eastern Zangazur, and Nakhchivan, the realization of the "Caspian Sea-Europe" and "Azerbaijan-Türkiye-Europe" projects, spanning Azerbaijan, Georgia, Romania, and Hungary, with plans for future expansion to a broader geographical area, as well as the "Central Asia-Azerbaijan-Europe" green energy corridors connecting Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, and Kazakhstan, alongside our multifaceted activities based on extensive cooperation related to these achievements, are also crucial for meeting the COP goals.

I am confident that this year`s "Baku Energy Week" will be remembered for its comprehensive agenda and the further enhancement of partnership relations, diversifying Azerbaijan`s energy supplier role with natural gas and "green energy.”

I believe that our mutually beneficial cooperation in the Caspian Basin will persist in successfully contributing to the development of our countries, energy security, and environmental protection. I extend my best wishes for success to all participants of the "Baku Energy Week" 29th International "Caspian Oil and Gas" Exhibition and "Baku Energy Forum.”

Sincerely,

Parviz Shahbazov
Minister of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Rovshan Najaf
SOCAR
President

Dear Event Participants,

I am delighted to welcome you to the inauguration of Baku Energy Week, traditionally held in Azerbaijan. This year is particularly momentous as we celebrate the 30th anniversary of the "Contract of the Century."

The International Caspian Oil & Gas Exhibition, initiated on May 24, 1994, by our National Leader Heydar Aliyev, has been pivotal in enhancing regional collaboration and advancing sustainable energy, marking it as a cornerstone of Baku Energy Week. Under the visionary leadership of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, our nation has risen as a powerful state and a reliable partner, crucial in ensuring energy security in the region and Europe through key energy projects. Azerbaijan now proudly exports natural gas to eight countries.

Our production growth at the Umid field and significant gas reserves in the Absheron field, operational since early July 2023, lay a solid foundation for enhancing our natural gas production in the future. The full-scale development of these fields is advancing successfully.

Energy transition, environmental protection, decarbonization, and combating climate change are central topics globally. Azerbaijan declared 2024 as the 'Green World Solidarity Year,' reflecting our dedicated approach to environmental issues and our contribution to the global climate agenda.

Furthermore, Azerbaijan is vigorously advancing renewable energy sources alongside sustainable energy production and diversifying export and transportation routes. The 2022 'Agreement on Strategic Partnership in the Development and Transmission of Green Energy' between the governments of Azerbaijan, Georgia, Romania, and Hungary is a significant step toward establishing a green energy corridor to Europe.

Aligned with Azerbaijan’s strategic goals, SOCAR is committed to environmental initiatives, including enhancing production processes to align with and exceed environmental standards, implementing continuous measurement, reporting verification (MRV), advancing decarbonization, exploring energy transition solutions, and harnessing hydrogen energy potential.

Azerbaijan is also proud to host the upcoming COP29, reinforcing our commitment to environmental stewardship and a sustainable future. At COP28 in the United Arab Emirates, we signed the Oil & Gas Decarbonisation Charter and joined its Steering Committee. SOCAR has set forth ambitious decarbonization targets, including   achieving zero routine flaring by 2030,   reducing upstream emission intensity by 30% by 2030,   reducing corporate emission intensity by 30% and absolute emissions by 20% by 2035,   targeting near-zero methane emissions in upstream by 2035,   and reaching net-zero by 2050.

In alignment with our Corporate Strategy, I would like to highlight the documents signed with Masdar, ACWA Power, and bp in the field of green energy. SOCAR Green LLC, established to manage renewable energy projects and support decarbonization in oil and gas operations, is a key component of our long-term strategic initiatives.

Dear event participants, I am confident that Baku Energy Week will continue to serve as a vital platform for discussing regional and global energy topics, enhancing cooperation, and promoting sustainable development.

Best Wishes,

Rovshan Najaf
President of SOCAR

Farid Mammadov
ASTA
Chairman of the Board

Dear participants, visitors, and organisers,

On behalf of the Azerbaijan Exhibition Organisers Association (ASTA), I welcome you to “Baku Energy Week”.

Edward Strachan
ICA Group
CEO

Dear guests and participants,

On behalf of the organising committee, we extend a warm welcome to you to the Baku Energy Week and wish you a productive time.

Every year, the Baku Energy Week, comprising the 29th International Caspian Oil and Gas Exhibition, the 12th Caspian International Power and Green Energy Exhibition, and the 29th Baku Energy Forum, gathers energy industry leaders from across the globe, drawing attention to Azerbaijan.

The participation of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, at the opening ceremony of the Baku Energy Week once again underscores the prestigious status of this event. The Baku Energy Week started in 1994 on the initiative and support of the National Leader of the Azerbaijani Nation - Heydar Aliyev, in anticipation of the signing of the Contract of the Century, which commemorates its 30th anniversary this year. Since then, this event has evolved into a key rendezvous for prominent energy professionals, facilitating the signing of memoranda, agreements, and contracts for further collaboration.

This year, the exhibition boasts over 250 companies from 34 countries. Germany, a regular exhibitor, is represented with a national stand. The composition of this year's exhibition has been enriched by new companies, constituting 15% of the total participants, with a notable interest in green energy in Azerbaijan.

Well-known companies, accounting for 40% of the exhibition space, are also prominently featured. By bridging traditional energy sectors with emerging green energy fields, Baku Energy Week serves as a platform for pioneering achievements and best practices in this domain. To bolster international solidarity in the global battle against climate change in Azerbaijan, 2024 was designated as the "Green World Solidarity Year ", a theme that will be integrated into the business program of the Baku Energy Week. Notably, the 29th session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change - COP29, will convene for the first time in Azerbaijan. This event underscores the nation's commitment to advancing dialogue on climate change and sustainable development. The unanimous decision to hold such a prestigious event in Azerbaijan reflects the international community's profound respect and trust in the country.

As Baku Energy Week gathers energy industry stakeholders ahead of this landmark event, it reaffirms Azerbaijan's pivotal role in the energy sector and its contribution to global energy security. I extend my gratitude to the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan and SOCAR for their invaluable support of the exhibitions.

Additionally, I acknowledge the sponsors of Baku Energy Week, whose participation enhances the significance and success of the event. I extend my best wishes to all participants for a productive the 29th Baku Energy Week, brimming with meaningful dialogues, fruitful meetings, and fresh perspectives for advancing the global energy industry.

Best regards,

Edward Strachan
CEO,
ICA Group

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