The first meeting of the Technical Committee under the OPEC+ Charter of Cooperation (CoC) was held in Baku, APA-Economics reports.
The meeting, hosted by Azerbaijan and chaired by OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais, brought together representatives of 20 oil-producing countries.
Speaking at the event, Azerbaijan's Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov said holding the committee's inaugural meeting in Baku reflects Azerbaijan's growing role in global energy cooperation and its reputation as a reliable and responsible partner within OPEC+.
Haitham Al Ghais emphasized the participants' commitment to fully implementing the Charter's objectives through stronger dialogue with major oil consumers, enhanced cooperation in technology, innovation and investment, and continued support for oil market stability.
The meeting was organized as a follow-up to decisions adopted at the 40th OPEC and non-OPEC Ministerial Meeting held in November 2025, where the framework for implementing the Charter of Cooperation was approved.
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The first meeting of the Technical Committee of the OPEC+ Charter of Cooperation (CoC) is being held in Baku, APA-Economics reports.
A high-level delegation led by OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais is participating in the meeting. The Azerbaijani side is represented by Minister of Energy Parviz Shahbazov.
Representatives of OPEC member states and countries participating in the Charter of Cooperation have gathered for the event. The meeting is discussing the future prospects for cooperation in the energy sector against the backdrop of the evolving global energy landscape.
The election of the Chair of the Technical Committee is expected to take place within the framework of the meeting.
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