The significance of the "Baku Energy Week" has been underscored by a courteous letter from US President Donald Trump.
Operative Information Center-OMM reports that President Ilham Aliyev made these remarks during his speech at the official opening ceremony of the 31st "Baku Energy Forum" in Baku.
According to the head of state, this recognition further demonstrates that "Baku Energy Week" is truly one of the leading events on the global energy stage:
"I am very grateful to President Trump for his kind letter, and I also extend my gratitude to Turkish President Erdogan and UK Prime Minister Starmer, who also sent letters to the event."
President Ilham Aliyev stated that President Trump deserves additional appreciation for steering energy policy back to a pragmatic course:
"We all know that for many years, countries and companies involved in oil and gas production were stigmatized, sometimes becoming targets of defamation, and accused of destroying the planet. Without any basis, they were cornered by public opinion. President Trump changed this trend, and this was truly a great development, because we all know that even some major oil companies were changing their names just to conform to so-called modern trends. However, the reality is completely different. The world cannot live without fossil fuels."
The President of Azerbaijan emphasized that while everyone desires a better climate and the protection of the planet, it is necessary to be pragmatic today. He noted that one must plan for the future by ensuring energy security while simultaneously investing in renewable energy:
"I think this is the way forward! In short, I believe that the current situation on the global energy scene has come about thanks to the very wise and pragmatic policy of the US President. We are all grateful to him once again. Countries should not be blamed for the existence of oil and gas, as oil and gas are just like any other commodity. Every country uses what is in its soil or under its sea for its own development. This was exactly the case in Azerbaijan at the beginning of its independence. Oil and gas were the only way for us to live as an independent country.
Thus, countries should not be judged by whether they have oil or not, but by how they use the revenues. Attention should be paid to how they invest the funds generated from energy production into the development of their country, the provision of better living conditions for their people, and green agenda issues. I think Azerbaijan is a very clear example. All this shows that when you make your country open to international investments and pursue a wise policy based on national interests, you achieve success."
The Baku Energy Forum, a cornerstone event in the region, serves as a critical platform for dialogue between energy-producing and consuming nations. It highlights Azerbaijan's evolving role as a key energy partner for Europe and the broader international community, balancing traditional hydrocarbon exports with ambitious green energy transition goals.
