Ambassador: Azerbaijan playing indispensable role in supporting energy sustainability in Ukraine, Europe

Azerbaijan plays an indispensable role in supporting the energy resilience of Ukraine and Europe, the new UK Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Duncan Norman, said at a press conference, Report informs.

According to the ambassador, Azerbaijan plays an important role in promoting stability across the broader region.

The diplomat added that the United Kingdom and Azerbaijan share a common position regarding the territorial integrity of Ukraine. He also welcomed Azerbaijan's political and humanitarian support for Ukraine.

"Azerbaijan plays an indispensable role in supporting the energy resilience of Ukraine and Europe. Furthermore, President Zelenskyy paid a historic visit in April," Norman noted. "I would like to thank Azerbaijan for its support and constructive engagement in efforts to build a more peaceful and stable future for the region stretching from Gaza to Iran."

The ambassador also highlighted Azerbaijan's key role as a reliable partner in ensuring energy security amid the crisis in the Strait of Hormuz.

"The UK continues to work with partners to restore shipping through the strait. We also count on maintaining the ceasefire and successfully concluding peace negotiations. At the same time, we welcome reports of progress in the negotiation process," the diplomat stated.