BAKU, Azerbaijan, October 15. The State Oil
Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) and Sri Lankan
companies discussed prospects for cooperation in the field of
energy today on the sidelines of the 7th CICA Summit.
According to the company's press service, on 15 October 2026,
SOCAR President Rovshan Najaf met with Vijitha Herath, Minister of
Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism of the Democratic
Socialist Republic of Sri Lanka.
During the meeting, the Minister was briefed on global energy
projects implemented at Azerbaijan’s initiative, SOCAR’s
diversified operations and long-term strategic objectives. The
company’s projects in Azerbaijan and other countries, as well as
its achievements, were also highlighted.
The parties exchanged views on cooperation between SOCAR and Sri
Lankan companies in the energy sector, as well as other issues of
mutual interest.
Meanwhile, the 7th Summit of the Conference on Interaction and
Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA) is taking place today
in Baku under Azerbaijan’s chairmanship.
The summit will review the progress made in the CICA
transformation process, which began in 2022, as well as the results
of Azerbaijan’s chairmanship in strengthening the organization and
promoting practical cooperation among member states.
The summit is attended by heads of state and government, as well
as delegations from CICA member states, observer states, observer
organizations, and partner entities.
