Berlin, July 21: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Azerbaijan's…
Berlin, July 21: German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliev discussed issues regarding gas and oil supplies to Germany. Aliev and Merz also discussed increasing the supply of gas and oil to Germany.
Consensus
- German Chancellor Friedrich Merz met with Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in Berlin on July 21.
- The meeting focused on expanding energy cooperation between Germany and Azerbaijan.
- Both leaders emphasized the importance of diversifying Germany's energy imports, especially after ending Russian gas supplies in 2022.
- Azerbaijan expressed readiness to supply oil in required volumes through domestic sources or SOCAR’s trading arm.
- The Southern Gas Corridor was mentioned as a key infrastructure for energy cooperation.
- Both sides discussed the development of renewable energy and hydrogen energy.
- Germany is interested in investing in Azerbaijan's energy sector, particularly under an investment program proposed by Azerbaijan.
Points of divergence
- Azerbaijan is ready to increase gas supplies only if there is a formal request, infrastructure expansion is achieved, and investments are secured due to European banks' reluctance to finance such projects. — kommersant
- SOCAR began delivering gas to Germany and Austria via the Trans-Adriatic Pipeline in January 2026. — kommersant
- Germany is actively seeking new energy sources after ending Russian gas imports in 2022, with Azerbaijan playing a key role in this strategy. — interfax
Coverage (3 sources)
- Azerbaijan Ready to Supply Oil and Gas to Germany — Вести
- Aliev and Merz discussed increasing gas and oil supplies to Germany — Коммерсантъ
- Merz Announces Active Dialogue with Azerbaijan on Energy — Интерфакс
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