National security of every state is related to regional and global security. In this respect, one of the key factors strengthening the independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan is creation of the national security system. Creation of the national security system is linked to the following factors:

- Azerbaijan possesses rich energy resources, favorable natural climate, rich soil;

- Domestic market meeting the requirements of economic integration, labor resources, social infrastructure;

- Favorable geographic position.

The legal bases to the national security of the Republic of Azerbaijan are Constitution of the Republic of Azerbaijan, valid laws and normative acts, also international documents recognized by the Republic of Azerbaijan. Closely cooperating with the UN and all other international and regional organizations, the Republic of Azerbaijan contributes to the protection of international security and peace. Using all its opportunities, independent Azerbaijan takes active part in the modern international security system, performs serious activities to control and eliminate the new challenges emerging under the influence of existing realities, also protect national interests.  

The Republic of Azerbaijan makes efforts to exactly conform its actions towards assurance of international security to activities aiming at the removal of threats to the national interests and security. The main problem to our country today is the restoration of territorial integrity.

Protection of national interests of the independent state of Azerbaijan, implementation of internal and foreign policy, as well correct evaluation of crossing and clashing interests of the world states depend a lot on the work of the national security system. Security of Azerbaijan is very important for security of the whole region. It features a help to Azerbaijan to guarantee stability and security in the country to deliver the region’s energy resources to world markets. 

Naila Mammadova
Azerbaijan Realities