Moscow:Azerbaijan's Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov addressed the 8th Summit of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) in Moscow, where he highlighted the country's achievements in natural gas exports.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, the minister conveyed President Ilham Aliyev's greetings and congratulations to the summit participants. He emphasized the strategic role of the Southern Gas Corridor in Azerbaijan's energy policy, which has been pivotal in providing new supply routes, promoting market diversification, and fostering long-term partnerships.

Azerbaijan, now exporting gas to 16 countries, has expanded its reach over the past six years to include Central Europe and the Middle East. The nation has exported 131 billion cubic meters of gas to Türkiye, over 66 billion cubic meters to Europe, more than 37 billion cubic meters to Georgia, and 1.7 billion cubic meters to Syria.

The minister also underscored Azerbaijan's policy of balancing energy security with environmental responsibility, highlighting the President's stance on integrating the green transition with pragmatic energy solutions. Azerbaijan is enhancing its domestic energy supply and developing resources for export through both natural gas and renewable energy sources.

Azerbaijan remains committed to strengthening cooperation within the GECF and fostering mutually beneficial energy partnerships.