BAKU. June 5 (Interfax) - Enduring peace between Baku and Yerevan will transform the South Caucasus and fundamentally change the role of Azerbaijan in the region, U.S. President Joe Biden said.
Biden sent a message to Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in connection with the Baku Energy Week due to begin this week.
"Regional stability and interconnectivity are priorities for the United States. A durable and dignified peace agreement that ends decades of conflict would transform the South Caucasus and fundamentally change Azerbaijan's role in the region. The United States stands ready to support this noble ambition. We owe it to future generations to ensure peace and prosperity remain our guiding principles," Biden said in the message published on the Azerbaijani presidential website.
"Azerbaijan remains a significant pillar of global energy security, particularly in Europe," Biden said, adding, "Caspian gas is found in a growing number of countries, helping European nations diversify their energy sources and speed up their transition away from coal. As Azerbaijan looks to the next chapter in its own energy story, I am encouraged by the increased focus and commitment to clean energy and methane abatement. The Caspian's significant wind energy potential can lead to a future where Azerbaijan's clean energy exports outpace oil and gas exports."
"I welcome the opportunity to renew our strong bilateral relations and look forward to our cooperation over the coming months to ensure a successful COP," Biden said.