BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 27. Azerbaijan plays
a central role in driving the efforts for strengthening energy
security forward in the Turkic region, Secretary General of the
Organization of Turkic States (OTS) Kubanychbek Omuraliyev said in
an exclusive interview with Trend.
“Energy remains a key priority, as collectively the Turkic
countries rank among the top three global energy suppliers. Joint
projects not only enhance energy security but also provide a
platform for the green transition. A notable example is the
strategic partnership in renewable energy between Azerbaijan,
Kazakhstan, and Uzbekistan, which aims to create a “Green Energy
Bridge” along the Middle Corridor,” Omuraliyev added.
In addition, as the OTS secretary general noted, Azerbaijan,
Georgia, Hungary, and Romania are advancing energy cooperation
through the “Green Corridor” initiative.
“At its core is an undersea high-voltage cable across the Black
Sea, connecting the South Caucasus to the EU’s energy system. This
project is designed to transmit several gigawatts of primarily wind
and solar energy—from Azerbaijan and Georgia—to Romania, with
subsequent integration into Hungary and the broader European
network.
Azerbaijan’s wind energy potential is particularly impressive,
estimated at 157 GW—far exceeding domestic needs and opening
opportunities for clean energy exports to Europe. In 2024, during
COP29 in Baku, SOCAR signed a memorandum of understanding with ACWA
Power (Saudi Arabia) and Masdar (UAE) to develop approximately 3.5
GW of offshore wind projects. Collectively, these initiatives
underscore the Turkic world’s commitment to strengthening energy
security, promoting sustainable development, and enhancing economic
integration, with Azerbaijan playing a central and proactive role
in driving these efforts forward,” he said.
