The 4th Baku Security Forum, themed "New Challenges in the Global Security Architecture and the Formation of Effective Cooperation Mechanisms Against Terrorism," has commenced, organized by the State Security Service (SSS) of the Republic of Azerbaijan, with the participation of heads and high-level representatives of intelligence agencies from more than 100 countries, as well as international organizations, APA reports.
Following the official opening of the event, an address by President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev to the forum participants was read out.
Speaking at the event, Head of the State Security Service, Colonel General Ali Naghiyev, expressed his pleasure at once again welcoming the participants of the forum, which was established at the initiative of the head of state and has been expanding its scope year by year, to Baku.
During the discussions, it was emphasized that the international forum held in Baku serves as an important dialogue platform for intelligence and security agencies. The participation of nearly 600 high-level representatives demonstrates the expanding geographical scope of the ongoing dialogue on global threats launched within the framework of the forum in 2023 and creates broad opportunities for comparing national experiences, developing professional ties, and seeking joint solutions. The broad participation of heads of partner institutions demonstrates confidence in the Baku platform and increases opportunities to translate discussions into practical cooperation.
It was also noted that the forum's promotion of cooperation despite differences in political approaches is important for maintaining channels of communication in the face of common threats.
The international security system is undergoing transformation, while terrorism, transnational crime, illegal migration, drug trafficking, and cybercrime are on the rise. Cross-border challenges cannot be addressed alone, making reliable partnerships essential.
It was also emphasized that security is not merely about protecting borders; energy, transport, banking, water resources, communications, and the information space are important components of the resilience of state services. Global competition over cyber capabilities, artificial intelligence, and space systems is intensifying, while arms expenditures and conflicts are having a serious impact on regional developments, energy and food security, creating favorable conditions for terrorism.
It was also noted that crises in any region of the world can quickly turn into global threats.
The event highlighted that the interconnected assessment of risks and threats at the Baku Security Forum helps countries become better prepared.
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