Baku, February 25, 2026 – The Europe Today: The British Embassy in Azerbaijan has announced that the United Kingdom is prepared to expand cooperation with Azerbaijan in the water sector.
Speaking at a roundtable discussion in Baku titled “Water Security in Azerbaijan: Regulation, Risks and Responsible Business Conduct,” embassy representative Elvin Raziyev stated that both countries are facing similar water-related challenges.
“Both of our countries are dealing with aging infrastructure, rising demand, flood risks, and the urgent need to modernize water treatment systems. These shared challenges create real opportunities for cooperation. The UK is ready to work with Azerbaijan in the water sector through expertise, innovation, and financing of concrete projects,” he said.
Raziyev emphasized that bilateral relations between the United Kingdom and Azerbaijan are currently at their strongest point in history. He noted that last year, the two countries agreed to elevate their ties to the level of a strategic partnership, with particular emphasis on expanding cooperation in energy, connectivity, infrastructure, and innovation.
According to the embassy representative, the water sector represents one of the areas with significant potential for deeper collaboration, particularly in light of global climate challenges and the growing need for sustainable resource management.
