Ali Asadov: Azerbaijan calls for joint action against shallowing of Caspian Sea

Azerbaijan is calling for stronger cooperation among Caspian Sea countries amid the rapid shallowing of the Caspian Sea, Azerbaijani Prime Minister Ali Asadov said at the RES2026 Regional Ecological Summit in Astana, Report informs.

According to him, the falling Caspian Sea level remains one of the most pressing challenges for the region.

"Baku consistently advocates for strengthening cooperation between Caspian Sea countries to effectively address this challenge," he emphasized.

Asadov reminded that, at Azerbaijan's initiative, bilateral working groups have already been established with Kazakhstan, Russia, and Turkmenistan to study the causes of the Caspian Sea's shallowing and develop appropriate response measures.

"Climate change has a significant impact on the shallowing of the Caspian Sea. Azerbaijan is taking consistent measures to minimize the negative impact of climate change on the sea's ecosystem," the prime minister noted.

He added that the country is approaching these challenges systematically, combining economic development with environmental goals, focusing on the transition to green energy and the development of renewable energy sources.

According to Asadov, special attention is also being paid to the creation of green energy zones in liberated territories, where hydropower projects are actively being implemented.