A conference highlighting Azerbaijan`s business environment, and its economic potential has been held in Palermo, centre of Sicilia, Italy.

The event brought together Italian businessmen, as well as representatives of economic and trade institutions of Sicilian region, Domenico Coco Azerbaijan’s honorary consul in Catania.

The conference aimed to inform the Italian businessmen on the economic development of Azerbaijan, as well as its business environment.

The speakers stressed the importance role of Azerbaijan in ensuring the energy security of Europe.

Employee of the Municipality of Palermo Giovanna Marano said the Sicilian companies attached great importance to boosting their international bonds. “Azerbaijan is a country, which we would like to create the partnership,” he added.