CICA Secretary General Praises Azerbaijani President’s Speech at Think Tank Forum

Secretary General of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) Kairat Sarybay has announced that Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s address to participants of the 13th CICA Think Tank Forum was highly inspiring and reinforced the significance of the forum.

“This year’s meeting holds particular importance, as it is the first think tank forum convened under Azerbaijan’s chairmanship,” Sarybay said during the opening ceremony, The Caspian Post informs via local media.

Sarybay highlighted that enhancing efficiency is a key priority for CICA. “Currently, Asia is emerging as a pivotal global development hub, with its growing influence in science and technology. Against the backdrop of increasing interdependence among nations, the CICA’s significance is once again manifest. This platform serves as a crucial venue for Asian countries to exchange their strategic visions,” he added.

He also stressed the importance of environmental issues in the forum’s agenda. "Azerbaijan's hosting of COP29 has brought regional climate diplomacy to a new pinnacle. This will be a key pillar of the CICA going forward. The strong desire among member states to collaborate and engage in dialogue has created a solid basis for further discussions," Sarybay said.

The 13th CICA Think Tank Forum, held in Baku under Azerbaijan’s chairmanship, brings together experts and policymakers from across Asia to discuss regional cooperation, security, and sustainable development.