BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 18. The modern
security agenda goes far beyond the military sphere, emphasizing a
broader range of threats and challenges, Farhad Mamedov, Director
of the South Caucasus Studies Center, said at the international
conference "C6: One region, shared future, enhancing strategic
dialogue" in Baku, Trend reports.
“Security today involves cyber threats, hybrid operations, and
attempts to influence domestic politics to shape foreign policy
directions. Protecting infrastructure, pipelines, railways,
highways, ports, and, in the future, internet cables, as well as
green energy export lines, has become especially critical. All
these areas require a systematic and institutional approach within
the framework of regional cooperation,” Mamedov said.
He noted that Azerbaijan has closely observed the development of
consultative meetings among Central Asian states, considering it an
example of effective regional cooperation.
According to Mamedov, consensus has been reached in Central Asia
on many security issues, creating a foundation for predictability
and regional stability.
“Even with some countries participating in military-political
blocs, this does not hinder regional dialogue on security matters,
joint exercises, or the exchange of experience and information.
Such blocs do not serve as a full ‘security umbrella’ and do not
limit regional cooperation,” he added.
