Baku: President Ilham Aliyev highlighted the critical importance of energy security in today's global context as he met with security officials from member states of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). He emphasized that the extensive natural resources possessed by these countries serve as a significant advantage, contributing to the strength of their states and the well-being of their populations.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev pointed out that these natural resources not only bolster the individual countries but also play a vital role on a global scale. In light of the evolving geopolitical environment around their borders, he stressed that energy security has acquired particular significance.

The meeting underscored the strategic importance of harnessing natural resources to ensure stability and prosperity, both regionally and globally.