AZERBAIJAN ENERGY STRATEGY AND THE IMPORTANCE OF THE DIVERCIFICATION OF EXPORTED TRANSPORT ROUTES (original) (raw)

Azerbaijan is a state which has significant oil and gas resources. After gaining its independence it attempted to solve its own political and economic problems with the realization of projects related with the exploitation of these resources. The basic policy of the state is the diversification of transport routes to export its own energy resources to the world markets. Thereby Azerbaijan intends to achieve independence for the implementation of its national interests in foreign policy and in the energy field. This article will address the strategy and a tactical step that makes Azerbaijan able to achieve the alternative export routes.