The Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum held in Baku, the views expressed, the agreements and investment documents signed, as well as President Ilham Aliyev's participation and meetings at the prestigious event, have drawn the attention of global media. 

Operativ Media reports, citing Azertac, that media outlets in Turkey, Russia, Europe, Central Asia, and other countries have published extensive reports on the event.

Turkish media outlet SonDurak reported that 23 investment documents worth $10.8 billion were signed during the Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, held under the patronage of President Ilham Aliyev. It noted that Azerbaijan's participation in projects like the Middle Corridor boosts its economic potential, with investors expressing their intention to invest in the country.

The Haberler.com website highlighted that Azerbaijan possesses significant transit potential between Europe and Asia. The established transport infrastructure has opened up broad opportunities for future economic growth, noting that economic reforms have been effectively implemented in Azerbaijan, the most economically developed country in the South Caucasus.

Bloomberg reported that, following negotiations during the forum between SOCAR, France's TotalEnergies, and Abu Dhabi-based XRG, an agreement was reached to invest in the Absheron gas and condensate field. The report noted that an additional 5 billion cubic meters of natural gas will be produced from the Absheron field over the next three years.

An article on the website of the National Investment Agency of Kyrgyzstan stated that mutual investment among Turkic states was discussed at the forum. It was decided to strengthen ties between the investment agencies of Turkic states, present and implement joint projects, and play an active role in the global financial market.

An article on the digital platform of Akşam newspaper emphasized that President Ilham Aliyev is highly effective in utilizing alternative and renewable energy sources in the country. The Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea has a potential of 157 gigawatts of alternative energy. Significant work is underway in this direction, with newly commissioned power plants continuing their operations.

Russia's TASS news agency, citing Azerbaijani Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov's speech at the session titled "Regional Energy Connections and Green Transition: Challenges and Opportunities," reported that the final investment decision on the Caspian-Black Sea-Europe Green Energy Corridor project is planned for 2029. The feasibility study for the project, which has a total transmission capacity of 4 GW, has confirmed its viability. The corridor will be gradually commissioned starting in 2032, with full capacity planned by 2040.

The Financial One portal highlighted that the documents signed at the forum cover projects in artificial intelligence, energy (including renewables), construction, the digital economy, industry, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, finance, and water management. Attended by representatives of government agencies, international financial institutions, global investors, think tanks, and business circles from various countries, the forum discussed investment prospects for Azerbaijan and the region, the development of the Middle Corridor, industrial and free economic zones, AI and digital transformation, energy and the green transition, capital markets, agribusiness, critical raw materials, and economic security. By focusing on these globally relevant issues, Azerbaijan remains aligned with modern trends.

Articles published on the Rhythm of Eurasia analytical portal noted that Valerio De Molli, Managing Partner and CEO of The European House - Ambrosetti, delivered a presentation titled "Azerbaijan and the South Caucasus: A Hub for Investment Growth" at the forum. The presentation highlighted the investment growth potential of Azerbaijan and the South Caucasus, regional connectivity, and the region's evolving role in the global economic system, providing detailed information on Azerbaijan's economic potential.

The İşçi Haber website wrote that the signing of $10.8 billion in investment documents at the forum demonstrates both its prestige and Azerbaijan's high economic potential. These investment agreements, covering various sectors, are expected to provide a major boost to the country's economic development. Global companies participating in the forum also reached cooperation agreements among themselves, with Azerbaijan creating collaboration opportunities for international businesses through this event.

An article published in the online edition of Star newspaper reported that President Ilham Aliyev, who attended the forum, stated that the potential of non-oil and gas sectors must be harnessed to achieve long-term and sustainable growth. He added that renewable energy, logistics, transport, electricity exports, and mining will be key drivers of the country's economy in the future. As Azerbaijan is a reliable partner, the number of companies wishing to invest in the country is growing. Notably, approximately $350 billion has been invested in Azerbaijan over the past 20 years.

The Yeni Dönəm website gave extensive coverage to President Ilham Aliyev's remarks at the forum. It quoted President Aliyev as saying: "There is a rapid increase in transit cargo transportation through Azerbaijan, which will reach 16 million tons this year. However, our goal is to reach 25 million tons, or perhaps even more, by 2030 along both the East-West and North-South routes. We are actively working with our neighbors to achieve this."

The website noted that the peace policy pursued by the Azerbaijani President in the region enables the realization of these plans.