BAKU, Azerbaijan, September
22. The 4th Baku Security Forum has commenced,
organized by the State Security Service (SSS) of Azerbaijan,
featuring the participation of heads and high-level representatives
from international organizations and special service agencies of
more than 100 countries.
The forum is dedicated to the theme "New Challenges in the
Global Security Architecture and the Formation of Effective
Counter-Terrorism Cooperation Mechanisms."
Following the opening of the event, an address by the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev,
to the forum participants was read out.
Speaking at the event, the Chief of the State Security Service,
Colonel-General Ali Naghiyev, expressed his pleasure in once again
welcoming the participants to Baku for the forum—an initiative
launched by the head of state that has seen its scope expand year
by year.
During the initial discussions, it was emphasized that the
international forum held in Baku serves as a vital platform for
dialogue among special service and security agencies. The
participation of nearly 600 high-level representatives demonstrates
the expanding geographical scope of the ongoing dialogue regarding
global threats—initiated in 2023 within the framework of the
Forum—and creates extensive opportunities for comparing national
experiences, fostering professional connections, and seeking joint
solutions. The broad participation of heads of partner institutions
demonstrates confidence in the Baku platform and enhances the
prospects of translating discussions into practical
cooperation.
At the event, it was also noted that the forum is significant
for fostering cooperation—despite differing political
approaches—and for maintaining communication channels to address
common threats. The international security system is transforming,
with rising instances of terrorism, transnational crime, illegal
migration, drug trafficking, and cybercrime. Combating these
cross-border challenges in isolation is impossible; therefore,
reliable partnerships are essential. Security extends beyond mere
border protection; energy, transport, banking, water resources,
communications, and the information sphere are vital components of
the resilience of state services.
At the same time, attention was drawn to the intensifying global
competition for cyber capabilities, artificial intelligence, and
space systems. Military spending and conflicts significantly impact
regional processes as well as energy and food security, creating
fertile ground for terrorism. Crises in any region of the world can
rapidly escalate into global threats. At the Baku Security Forum,
the assessment of risks and threats in their interrelationship
serves to ensure that countries are better prepared.
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