The Prime Minister opened the meeting and gave an update on the decree's provisions, their implementation status, and future assignments. Minister of Digital Development and Transportation Rashad Nabiyev and Deputy Energy Minister Samir Valiyev made reports.

The meeting discussed the issues of expanding the scope of application of vehicles with electric motors and charging points, creating necessary infrastructure in this sphere, improving normative legal acts to attract business entities to these works, and other necessary issues.

Following the results of the meeting, instructions were given to the relevant structures, considering the proposals put forward.

The parties exchanged views on the current situation and prospects for relations between Azerbaijan and the EU, the role of Azerbaijan in relations between Central Asia and the EU, issues of cooperation within the framework of international platforms and formats.

The main topic of discussion was the agreements reached with the EU in the field of energy security, communications and transport, as well as relations with Central Asia within the framework of this.

The importance of the Memorandum of Understanding on a strategic partnership in the field of energy between Azerbaijan and the EU, which includes joint activities in the field of energy security, as well as the development of alternative energy resources, in cooperation in this area was emphasized.

During the meeting, the sides discussed the work carried out by Azerbaijan both in the Baku port and in the field of development of transport and communications.

The parties then exchanged views on other bilateral and regional issues of mutual interest.

The parties also addressed potential goals and preparations for Azerbaijan's chairmanship of the CICA in 2024-2026, existing activity within the organization, and future prospects.

Sarybay praised Azerbaijan's consistent active participation in the CICA framework and expressed heartfelt congratulations on the country's chairmanship.

The secretary general emphasized Azerbaijan's positive attitude toward transportation and environmental concerns, which are currently among the most crucial to the CICA.

During the meeting, the parties discussed the CICA's transformation, the organization's focus on issues of mutual interest and current challenges, preparation for the ministerial meeting chaired by Azerbaijan, the upcoming summit, and regional issues.

This November, Azerbaijan will host COP29. This decision was made at the COP28 plenary meeting held in Dubai on December 11 last year. Baku will become the hub of the world to receive circa 70,000–80,000 foreign guests.

"The meeting discussed priority areas of cooperation with the EBRD in the energy sector, in particular the possibility of the bank's support of the Energy Efficiency Fund in Azerbaijan and the implementation of pilot projects in the field of energy efficiency," the statement noted.

The discussions were also held on the creation of the Azerbaijan (Nakhchivan)-Türkiye-Europe energy line, projects of the green energy corridor Caspian-Black Sea-Europe, the connection of 1 GW of solar-wind power plants to the network, as well as cooperation issues related to the modernization of the energy system.

"During the conversation, the sides also assessed the situation with the preparation of a draft law on modernization in the power sector within the framework of the joint project with the EBRD Support to the Energy Regulatory Agency. The parties also discussed the action plan for the energy sector within the framework of the upcoming COP29," the statement of the Ministry of Energy emphasized.

Additionally, it was highlighted that Azerbaijan's transition to green energy is aided by collaboration with the EBRD on enhancing the potential of renewable energy sources, a low-carbon economy, and the financing of Garadagh HPP.

DFS Aviation Services, which is member of DFS Group, is a global leader in aeronautical services and a major supplier based in Germany.

This signed agreement involves equipping Laçin International Airport with the advanced Phoenix air traffic control system. This move underscores AZAL's dedication to ongoing development and enhancement of service quality.

The Phoenix system, known for its efficiency and reliability, is currently operational at six AZANS control towers of Azerbaijan airports, including the newly established towers in Füzuli and Zəngilan airports. It also serves as a backup system for the Azeraeronavigation Main ATC Center.

Under this fruitful partnership, AZANS and DFS Aviation Services are implementing various initiatives. A collaboration of AZANS and the National Aviation Academy of Azerbaijan is establishing a training centre for air traffic controllers in Azerbaijan, which will be equipped and complemented by training material and standards of DFS Aviation Services.

The cost of participation in the procedure is 16.55 manat (9.7 USD).

Those wishing to participate in the tender must submit their proposals by 15:00 (GMT+4) on May 8, 2024. The opening of the tender packages will take place on May 8, 2024, at 15:00 (GMT+4).

Additional Information: Telephone number: (+99412) 210-01-95 (internal: 2284); Contact person: Emin Ibrahimli; Email: emin.ibrahimli@dea.az; Address: 152 Heydar Aliyev Avenue, Chinar Plaza Business Center, Baku city.