Baku: Azerbaijan and Moldova have embarked on a path to strengthen their energy cooperation, as evidenced by recent discussions between Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov and Moldova’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mihai Pop?oi. The talks, held during a joint press conference, were primarily focused on enhancing bilateral relations in the energy sector and other key areas.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, Minister Bayramov highlighted that the discussions covered cooperation on international platforms, regional security, and addressing global challenges. Notably, the trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Moldova in 2025 was reported to be $11 million. The ministers explored strategies to boost this potential and promote mutual investments, with a particular emphasis on expanding the number of Azerbaijani gas buyers.
The discussion also delved into the realm of green energy, an area deemed crucial for both nations. Minister Bayramov mentioned that his Moldovan counterpart shared details about the Moldovan government’s new energy projects. These initiatives are set to be further explored through meetings with Azerbaijan’s relevant ministers. Additionally, the talks touched on the Middle Corridor’s broad potential, with discussions on involving Moldovan transport companies in these projects.