Azerbaijan has emerged as a vital partner in Europe’s pursuit of energy security and supply diversification. Situated at the crossroads of the Caspian region and Europe, the country possesses significant natural gas reserves and plays a central role in connecting resource-rich areas to European consumers. Through major infrastructure projects, such as the Southern Gas Corridor, Azerbaijan has established itself as a reliable route for delivering energy resources directly to Europe, bypassing traditional transit countries and reducing dependency on Russian gas. This geographic and strategic advantage has made Azerbaijan an increasingly important actor in Europe’s efforts to ensure stable, affordable, and diversified energy supplies.
In recent years, geopolitical developments and disruptions in global energy markets have intensified Europe’s need to secure alternative sources of natural gas. Azerbaijan’s consistent production, expanding export capacity, and political stability have allowed it to step forward as a dependable supplier during this critical period. Beyond its immediate economic role, Azerbaijan’s energy cooperation with the European Union has broader geopolitical significance, fostering regional connectivity, mutual investment, and long-term strategic partnership. As Europe continues to reshape its energy landscape, Azerbaijan’s position as a key link between the Caspian and the European markets is likely to remain a cornerstone of the continent’s energy security strategy.
This Monthly Analysis, which is available here, gives an account of how and why Azerbaijan has solidified its position as a reliable energy partner to the EU, Turkiye, and other parts of Europe, while accelerating its energy transition to renewable energy sources. Amid growing geopolitical volatility and the urgent need to diversify energy supplies, Azerbaijan’s strategic energy diplomacy has included increased fossil fuel exports and significant investments in renewables. The country is thus emerging as a central hub in a new Caspian Green Energy Corridor—a strategic initiative to bolster energy security and diversification, linking Central Asia and Europe via the South Caucasus. Key regional initiatives, including the Black Sea Submarine Cable project (BSSC), support this ambition, as is explained in this timely IENE Analysis.
