Lake Sevan continues to remain at the center of Azerbaijan’s political interests. Experts note that Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev’s recent statements should be viewed not only from a security perspective but also in terms of energy and resource management, as water has become one of the world’s most critical security issues.<\/p>\n

According to the United Nations, one billion people globally lack access to drinking water, and by 2030, water scarcity could trigger a global crisis. There is a risk that the shortage of water resources could create around 700 million climate refugees worldwide.<\/p>\n

Against this backdrop, Azerbaijan’s water reserves are rapidly depleting, making Aliyev’s recent remarks more understandable.<\/p>\n

Data from the World Bank indicate that Azerbaijan has only 851 cubic meters of freshwater per person, compared to over 2,300 cubic meters per person in Armenia.<\/p>\n