BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 2. The European Union and Azerbaijan remain close partners, Ambassador of the EU to Azerbaijan Peter Michalko told reporters, Trend reports.
"The European Union and Azerbaijan maintain a strong partnership, and we are committed to sustaining our dialogue and collaboration. Some areas hold particular significance, notably those concerning the economy, energy, and transportation," he said.
The ambassador noted that the European Union supports Azerbaijan's demining efforts, cooperates on conflict resolution with Armenia, provides assistance to IDPs, promotes food security, improves living conditions, and expands economic cooperation.
"The European Union represents a solid partner for Azerbaijan, and this partnership is based on our common priorities," Michalko said.
To note, earlier during a briefing in Baku, European Commissioner for Energy Kadri Simson remarked on the consistent rise in gas supplies from Azerbaijan to the EU. Furthermore, considering the vast potential of the Caspian Sea for wind energy, renewable electricity generated from Azerbaijan will significantly contribute to Europe's energy objectives aimed at reducing CO2 emissions.
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