Baku Declaration Adopted

Within the framework of the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), the Baku Declaration was adopted.

As reported by BAKU.WS, the document notes that the member states highly appreciate Azerbaijan's chairmanship of CICA, welcome the initiatives put forward by our country in various directions, and the events organized during the two-year chairmanship.

The Baku Declaration reflects specific provisions concerning the promotion of international order and ways to counter existing risks in the military-political, economic, and environmental spheres. The document also pays special attention to the promotion of tolerance and inter-civilizational dialogue, as well as the expansion of the use of science, education, and innovation in the interests of security and prosperity. Additionally, the document gives particular attention to the opportunities and risks arising from the development of artificial intelligence.

The Declaration also contains provisions on the development of economic relations between member states, the strengthening of transport, energy, and digital connectivity, as well as ensuring energy security.