Azerbaijan implements new systems for business and NGO development

In the Karabakh and East Zangezur regions, investment projects are increasingly concentrated in the trade and service sectors. Economist Eldeniz Amirov notes that these sectors offer higher profit margins and lower risks compared to manufacturing and processing. While the state provides various incentives, including tax, customs, and utility concessions, challenges remain regarding logistics, export capabilities, and labor force requirements.

In Ganja, Aygün Aliyeva, Chair of the State Agency for Support of Non-Governmental Organizations, announced the implementation of a “single window” system for state funding of NGOs. This initiative aims to enhance cooperation between the state and civil society. Recent achievements include a 98.63 percent task completion rate across 21 state programs and successful collaborations with the Karabakh Revival Fund and BP. Future goals include digital literacy, public diplomacy, and the development of AI-based solutions for the NGO sector.