The parties discussed the implementation of the agreements reached between President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy and President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev regarding cooperation in the energy sector.

Particular attention was paid to the development of energy transportation routes, including supplies to EU countries using Ukraine’s infrastructure. The first test delivery of Azerbaijani gas to Ukraine last year confirmed the practical potential of the Trans-Balkan Route and its importance for regional energy security. Both sides expressed interest in expanding their long-term partnership.

The ministers also addressed issues related to the recovery and strengthening of the resilience of Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, which has been damaged by Russian attacks. Azerbaijani businesses have expressed readiness to invest in Ukrainian projects.

💬 “We highly appreciate Azerbaijan’s support in providing rehabilitation opportunities for the children of Ukrainian defenders. We discussed the possibility of expanding the program to include the children of fallen energy workers. As co-chairs of the intergovernmental commission, Mr. Shahbazov and I agreed to hold its next meeting this autumn in Ukraine. The agenda will include the development of ferry transportation, expansion of trade in food products, cooperation in education and science, as well as joint development of innovation and technology.

I am grateful to Azerbaijan for its consistent support of Ukraine’s energy sector, particularly for the provision of transformers. The equipment and humanitarian assistance provided have helped our energy workers endure the most difficult periods,” emphasized the head of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine, Denys Shmyhal.