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NEWS RELEASES    
06.09.2010 
Azerbaijan-Mexico Business Meeting in Baku

Baku Business Centre hosted Azerbaijan-Mexico business meeting held on September, 6. Representatives of AZPROMO, Ministry of Economic Development, Azerbaijan Investment Company as well as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Mexico Ilgar Mukhtarov participated in the meeting. The delegation comprised of 11 politicians and businessmen representing agriculture, alternative energy and energy sectors.
Before the meeting Mexican delegation was introduced with the exhibition representing economic achievements of the regions of Azerbaijan held in Baku Business Centre...
03.09.2010 
3rd Regional West Azerbaijan Infrastructure Exhibition

West Azerbaijan Infrastructure 2010, the 3rd International West Azerbaijan Infrastructure Exhibition, will take place on 21-23 September. The exhibition will be held in the Olympic Sports Complex in Ganja, which has become the permanent venue for this event. Support for the exhibition is provided by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO), Executive Authorities of Ganja, National Confederation of Entrepreneurs’ (Employers’) Organisations, Azerbaijan Investment Company and Ganja Entrepreneurs’ Association. The organisers are Iteca Caspian, part of ITE Group PLC. The partners of the autumn exhibitions in 2010 are Pasha Sigorta, Azerfon-Vodafone, Caspel, SIAR and Greenwich Travel.
The dates of the exhibition once again coincide with the celebration of Ganja City Day, the second largest city in Azerbaijan, which this year celebrates 2504 years since its foundation. The exhibition is included in the Executive Authorities’ official plan of events to mark Ganja City Day...
01.09.2010 
China Hi-Tech Fair 2010

CHTF 2010 will be held between November 16 and 21 2010 in Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center.
Covering an area of over 100,000m2, the exhibition comprises of six parts including Transactions of Hi-tech Achievements, Specialized Show, Forums, Special Events, Hi-tech Human and Intellectual Resource Exchange and a Year-Round Fair.
Themed on “Technology-led Transition and Innovation-driven Development”, CHTF 2010 will highlight emerging industries of strategic importance, low-carbon economy, as well as technologies that are environment-friendly and closely related to people’s wellbeing. It aims to help businesses grasp the strategic post-crisis opportunities, help them see clear the new trends in industrial and technological development and promote the upgrading of traditional industries, serving the coordinated development of all sectors and the improvement of people’s livelihood.
27.08.2010 
China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair)

48 Trading Delegations, being composed of more than twenty thousand of China best foreign trade corporations (enterprises) with good credibility and sound financial capabilities, take part in the Fair, including foreign trade companies, factories, scientific research institutions, foreign invested enterprises, wholly foreign-owned enterprises, private enterprises, etc.
Beside traditional way of negotiating against samples, the Fair holds Canton Fair Online. The Fair leans to export trade, though import business is also done here. Various types of business activities such as economic and technical cooperations and exchanges, commodity inspection, insurance, transportation, advertising, consultation, etc, are also carried out in flexible ways. Business people from all over the world are gathering in Guangzhou, exchanging business information and developing friendship.
27.08.2010 
Cooperation with Malaysian Rubber Export Promotion Council (MREPC)

The MREPC welcomes the opportunity to cooperate with local entrepreneurs in the following fields:

•Hosting the delegation comprised of the interested Azerbaijani entrepreneurs in Malaysia, introducing the delegation with the whole process starting from estate rubber to the final product, facilitating the establishment of business contacts with potential producers;
•Facilitating the establishment of companies involved in production of rubber manufactured products in Azerbaijan;
•Establishment of joint venture together with Azerbaijani counterparts.

27.08.2010 
International Fairs in China

China Seed Expo 2010 to take place between 16-18 of September will feature about 500 exhibiting booths in an area of 12,000 square meters, showcasing the latest development of seed products and technologies around the world.
Exhibition Profile:
The exhibition includes: Seeds and Seedlings, Cereal Crops, Cotton, Oil Plants, Vegetables, Fruits, Pastures and Turfs, Flowers, Woods, Agro-Chemicals, Seed Coatings, Pesticides, Fungicides, Chemicals, Technology, Machinery and Facilities, Processing and Packing Machinery, Test Equipment, Analysis Instruments, Intellectual Properties, Breeding Methodology, Books and Documents, Medias, Consultations...
27.08.2010 
The TATEF 2010 – 13th International Metalworking Technologies Exhibition

The exhibition will be organized by EUF – E International Trade Fairs (ITE Group Plc) and ITF - Istanbul Trade Fairs at Istanbul Fair Center CNR Expo between October 12th -17th, 2010. TATEF is expected to bring more than 750 of the sector leading firms together with the support of TIAD (Machine Tools Businessmen Association), MIB (Association of Machinery Manufacturers) and KOSGEB (Small and Medium Industry Development Organization).
In bringing the Turkish and International machine industry together with buyers from all over the world, TATEF10 is set to become the stage where new economic cooperation agreements will be signed. While blazing new horizons for the sector, TATEF aims to drive the sector to further heights by developing commercial dialogue on a national and international scale. The latest technological innovations and machine technology will all be displayed at TATEF.
27.08.2010 
US-ASIA Investment seminar, Business Expo and Global Venture Funding 2010

The leaders of the Asian American communities have come together under the umbrella of
the very well known organization viz US-Asia Business Forum (USABF) to cordially invite Asian entrepreneurs from 45 countries to attend the US-Asia Expo 2010 in Los Angeles at the prestigious Los Angeles Convention Center from September 16 – 19, 2010. USABF has invited Fortune 500,00 + buyers, purchasing agents of government sectors, top Fortune 1000 CEOs of Asia and USA, and various corporate Sponsors and Exhibitors.
A tremendous response from both sides of the Pacific is expected with high emphasis on
investment and mutual contributions to the growth of two great continents.
25.08.2010 
The 12th Russian Agro-Industrial exhibition in Moscow

The 12th Russian Agricultural Exhibition “Golden Autumn” is Russia’s largest production agricultural trade show and fair. This year’s exhibition will take place on 8-11 October, 2010 at the All-Russian Exhibition Centre in Moscow.
The aim of the exhibition is to reflect the current state of the agricultural complex of Russia, to demonstrate products and developments designed for technical and technological modernization of the agricultural branch, as well as innovative, energy efficient and resource saving technologies needed for food supply security of Russia.
Golden Autumn is a perfect platform to start business and expand your targets in the market. Last year’s Golden Autumn attracted more than 2,000 companies and organizations from 54 Russian regions and 29 countries. More than 80,000 visitors attended the four-day event, most of which are involved in farming and livestock production, food processing, agribusiness, research and business financing...
24.08.2010 
To the attention of local entrepreneurs!

Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) continues to receive investment projects covering mainly non-oil sector of the economy further to be presented to foreign investors and partners.
Investment projects presented by the entrepreneurs should cover non-oil sector, be financially substantial and economically efficient, imply establishment of enterprises meeting the international standard requirements, or introduction of new technologies and re-establishment of the enterprises, as well as production of high quality, competitive export-oriented and import-substituting products.
Investment projects have to contain the following information:

-Name of the project and place of implementation
-Project objectives and description
-Project cost, Proposed financing scheme and share distribution
-Project implementation and payback period
-Executing agency/beneficiary information (Name of the company, address, contact person, position and contact details (mobile number and e-mail))...

23.08.2010 
INTERFISH Exhibition in Moscow

International fisheries exhibition will take place between 26-29 October, 2010 in “Crocus Expo” IEC organized by Russian Federal Fishery Agency.
INTERFISH is a quintessence of the current processes taking place in the fish industry as part of the Russian economy. The exhibition represents a dynamic projection of the industry’s condition today reflecting the real status quo, the changes underway, achieved results, as well as the future development tendencies. The organizers are zealous to implement the exhibition philosophy into a bright and evocative event.
Benefits from your participation in the INTERFISH tradeshow:
•A qualitative research and business program including conferences, panel discussions featuring state bodies and authority representatives as participants, seminars and presentations
•The program has been designed to provide maximum efficiency and friendly feedback through information presentation, offering a choice opportunity while ensuring top productivity for all attendees
•Strictly distinguished exhibition sectors, arranged in accordance to the major industry domains:
• Fishing, fleet and fishing equipment
• Fish processing
• Aquaculture and mariculture
• Ready-to-consume products and ingredients
• Transportation and logistics
• Refrigerator and storage equipment
• Research programs, outlooks and technologies ...
29.07.2010 
Azerbaijan – Turkey business forum held in Baku

Azerbaijan – Turkey business forum held in Baku on July, 29 organized by AZPROMO and Undersecreteriat of the Prime Ministry of Turkey for Foreign Trade (DTM).
Business forum brought together about 200 officials and businessmen from agriculture, trade, tourism, food industry, finances, oil and gas, construction, industry and other sectors.
Speaking at the forum Minister Mustafayev stated that Azerbaijan and Turkey reached development in all sectors of economy. He also pointed to the readiness of Azerbaijan to support the participation of Turkish businessmen in most prioritized sectors, be it agricultural production, transportation, refining and storage, information technologies, transit, tourism and others.
27.07.2010 
Pakistan International Gems & Jewellery Exhibition

1-st “Pakistan International Gems & Jewellery Exhibition 2010 (PIGJE)” under the aegis of the Pakistan Gems and Jewellery Development Company (PGJDC), a subsidiary of Pakistan Industrial Development Corporation (PIDC) under Ministry of Industries and Production, Government of Pakistan, will be held from August 5–8, 2010 in Karachi.
23.07.2010 
ARGO 2010 in Thessaloniki, Greece

The First Black Sea Partnership Forum for Tour and Travel Operators will be held on 19 November 2010 in Thessaloniki, Greece.
Interested companies and organizations should send a company profile form to the UNDP PMO in Athens by 30 October 2010 or register through the web-site www.undpforblacksea.org.
23.07.2010 
CONSTRUCTA 2010 in Thessaloniki, Greece

The First Black Sea Partnership Forum on Eco-compatible Construction Materials will be held on 4 November 2010 in Thessaloniki, Greece.
Interested companies and organizations should send a company profile form to the UNDP PMO in Athens by 04 October 2010 or register through the web-site www.undpforblacksea.org.
23.07.2010 
Trade Fairs in Tabriz, Iran

The 18th International Exhibition of Iran and the 7th Exhibition of Exporting Goods, Bank Services, Insurance and Investment Opportunities for Exports of Iran will be held in Tabriz city, Iran during 4-9 August, 2010. Both events are organized by Tabriz International Exhibition Company. Additional information on participation may be obtained on the following web-sites:
http://www.tabrizfair.ir/eng/exhibition/texpo.htm
http://www.tabrizfair.ir/eng/exhibition/insubank.htm
22.07.2010 
Azerbaijan-Germany Business forum held in Ganja

Azerbaijan-Germany Business Forum held in Ganja organized by AZPROMO and German-Azerbaijanian Business Association (DAWF) on July, 22. Forum brought together more than 100 officials and entrepreneurs from agriculture, food industry, finances, oil and gas, alternative energy, machine-building and other sectors.
Speaking at the conference AZPROMO president Adil Mammadov, Head of Entrepreneurship Development Policy Department Zaur Gasimov, Head of Executive power of Nizami district Pasha Pashayev, President of the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Mammad Musayev, representative of German Federal Economy and Technology Ministry Andreas Neumann provided information on existing economic relations and development perspectives, as well as importance of bilateral meetings, trade missions in development of business ties between entrepreneurs of the two countries...
19.07.2010 
11th Azerbaijan-Germany Business Forum held in Baku

11th Azerbaijan – Germany Business Forum held in Baku organized by AZPROMO and German-Azerbaijanian Business Association (DAWF) with the support of Ministry of Economic Development on July, 19. Forum brought together more than 50 officials and entrepreneurs from agriculture, food industry, finances, oil and gas, alternative energy, machine-building and other sectors.
Speaking at the conference Deputy Minister of Economic Development Niyazi Safarov, Head of Entrepreneurship Development Policy Department Zaur Gasimov, Deputy Minister of Agriculture Bahram Aliyev, representative of German Federal Economy and Technology Ministry Andreas Neumann and special envoy of Ambassador of Germany to Azerbaijan Peter Ziegler...
09.07.2010 
Trade fair in Lithuania

Baltic textile + Leather, the 19th International Trade Fair of Textile, Fashion and Innovations will be held on October 14-16, 2010 in Lithuanian Exhibition Centre LITEXPO, Vilnius, Lithuania. This trade fair has already become a bridge for textile and fashion business between West and East, and in particular between Nordic and CIS countries.
BALTIC TEXTILE + LEATHER is the biggest international business forum for textile and fashion industry professionals in baltic states:
• Exhibiting the products and services in the most suitable sector: APPAREL TEXTILES & INTERIOR/ FASHION & STYLE / WORKWEAR & SAFETY / LEATHER & SHOES / INNOVATIONS, TECHNOLOGIES, EQUIPMENT;
• B2B meeting between participants of the fair and main fashion retailers, chain stores and fashion manufacturers, business delegations from EU and CIS countries;
• Round Table Discussion “Cooperation in the Development of Apparel and Textile Sector between EU and CIS countries”;
• International Art and Design Gallery of Textile and Fashion.
08.07.2010 
Trade Fair and International Business Congress in Turkey

MUSIAD, the Independent Industrialists & Businessmen’s Association, is glad to announce the forthcoming 13th MUSIAD International Trade Fair to take place between 7-10 October 2010 in Istanbul Fair Center, Yesilkoy-Istanbul. MUSIAD International Trade Fairs promise to give the indispensable means of increasing sales as well as expanding to the promising markets.
Last year MUSIAD International Trade Fair had more than 130.000 visitors along with 74 exhibitors from 22 countries & 2.224 visitors from 62 different countries. Participants of the fair take advantage of Business Networking Service (BNS), involve sector-based workshops, along with socio-cultural activities and performances.
07.07.2010 
International tender in Kazakhstan

Ministry of Transport and Communication of the Republic of Kazakhstan has announced an initial tender for reconstruction of two sectors of Zhambyl (Jambil) road within the international “Western Europe – Western China” transit corridor. Prequalification will be conducted through the procedures specified in Islamic Development Bank (IDB) guidelines for procurement. Application deadline is 8 of July, 2010.
07.07.2010 
Investment Projects in Tajikistan

The State Committe on Investments and State Property Management of the Republic of Tajikistan calls for investment proposals developed in accordance with the conditions and criteria of Clean Development Mechanism of Kyoto Protocol of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change and per the CDM projects selection and approval procedures in the Republic of Tajikistan approved by the Government RT Decree No.654 from December 02, 2009.
Domestic and foreign companies (or group of companies) may participate in submission of investment proposals irrespective of their form of ownership.
05.07.2010 
AZPROMO – newly elected member of WAIPA Steering Committee

WAIPA’s XV World Investment Conference took place in Buenos-Aires, Argentina on June 28, 29 2010. The Conference brought together the public and private sector representatives, CEOs of World’s Investment Promotion Agencies, as well as members of the academia and civil society. Azerbaijan was represented by the AZPROMO head Adil Mammadov at the conference.
The WIC 2010 focused on the challenges raised by the current economic recovery, particularly the development of investments that can make growth sustainable. The event represented a unique opportunity for participants to network with different global investment players at a senior level. Moreover, valuable analyses were provided by a wide range of prominent speakers, including prestigious academics business leaders, government officials and senior officers from international organizations. Speaking at the conference, AZPROMO head Adil Mammadov presented the investment climate and business opportunities in Azerbaijan.
03.07.2010 
Izmir International Fair, 27 August – 5 September 2010

79th Izmir International Fair, which will take place between 27 August – 05 September 2010 with the main topic “Energy” invites Azerbaijani entrepreneurs operating in the field of energy to take part in it.
79th Izmir International Fair is the source for information and networking in the dynamic fields of energy, renewable and alternative energy, power generation, energy services, sustainability and all related areas.
Note for visitors: If you are looking to reduce your carbon footprint and save energy and waste
disposal cost, Izmir International Fair is where you learn all about techniques and best practice!
For additional information on participation please contact AZPROMO at tel.:598 01 47/48.

02.07.2010 
Baghdad International Fair, 1-10 November 2010

Ministry of Trade / State Company for Iraqi Fairs has the pleasure to invite Azerbaijani entrepreneurs to take part in the 37th Session of Baghdad International Fair to be held from the 1st to 10th of November 2010 under the slogan “Baghdad International Fair is the world’s opportunity for trading and investment in Iraq”. The deadline for the applications is 15.10.2010. For additional information on participation please contact AZPROMO at tel.:598 01 47/48.

02.07.2010 
Damascus International Fair, 14-23 July 2010

14-23 July 2010 - 57th Damascus International Fair, 2010 to take place at the New Damascus International Fairground, Syria. Azerbaijani entrepreneurs are invited to take part in the International fair that covers such sectors as consumer goods, textile and sewing industries, as well as industrial equipment. Syrian companies on their part are interested in imports of machinery, equipment and spare parts for power industry, oil industry and metallurgy, irrigation as well as civilian and industrial construction. For additional information on participation please contact AZPROMO at tel.:598 01 47/48.


29.06.2010 
Azerbaijan-Poland Business Meeting held in Baku

Azerbaijan-Poland business meeting held in Baku on June 29 organized by AZPROMO and Embassy of Poland in Azerbaijan. Alongside with the Government officials about 20 local entrepreneurs from construction, industry, energy, petro-chemicals and other sectors participated at the event. Speaking at the meeting Deputy Minister of Economic Development Niyazi Safarov and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland Pavel Voychiechovsky provided information on Azerbaijan – Poland economic relations as well as perspectives of future development of cooperation between the two countries and importance of organization of bilateral events. Further AZPROMO Vice-President Rufat Mammadov presented the investment climate and business opportunities in the country followed by the bilateral meetings between the entrepreneurs.
29.06.2010 
Floriade 2012 Exhibition in Venlo

The World Horticulture Fair organized by the Netherlands Horticulture Council every ten years (most recently in Haarlemmermeer in 2002) will this time take place in Venlo, The Netherlands.
The Floriade 2012 in the Venlo region will be a different event to the one in Haarlemmermeer. The Floriade is being transformed from a supply-driven exhibition into a green experience event. It will be a platform for innovation, socially responsible business and sustainability. The event will take place between April and October 2012 on the area of 40 hectares and will attract over 2 mln visitors.


25.06.2010 
India International Jewellery Show (IIJS 2010) in Mumbai

The Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council has once again announced the India International Jewellery Show (IIJS 2010) scheduled to be held at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai from 19 to 23 August 2010. This year IIJS marks the 27th edition and will be spread over an approximate area of 46000 sq. m. having more than 1700 booths which would be occupied by an estimated 800 exhibitors from India and overseas.
22.06.2010 
The Investment Conference and Business Opportunities in Azerbaijan and other CIS countries held in Baku

The Investment Conference and Business Opportunities in Azerbaijan and other CIS countries held in Baku within the framework of the 35th Annual Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB) Governors Meetings on June 21-22 organized by Ministry of Economic Development, AZPROMO, Azerbaijan State Investment Company and Islamic Corporation for the Development of Private Sector (ICD). Alongside with Azerbaijani and CIS countries officials, the event hosted representatives from IDB Group, ICD as well as about 300 local and foreign entrepreneurs from ICT, tourism, agriculture, finance and banking, logistics, health, industry, construction, energy and other sectors.
10.06.2010 
Seminar on “Certification required while exporting agri and food products” held in Ganja

Seminar on “Certification required while exporting agri and food products” was held in Ganja organized by Azpromo together with EU TACIS “Improvement of Export and Investment Environment” program on June 10. The main objective of the event is strengthening the information support to local entrepreneurs involved in production of export-oriented products as well as legal advices on requirements in this field.
About 120 representatives of Government of Azerbaijan together with entrepreneurs from Ganja and neighboring regions operating in agriculture and foodstuffs production sectors participated in the event.
The seminar was opened with the speech of AZPROMO head Adil Mammadov who provided the information on export promotion services provided to local entrepreneurs by AZPROMO, stating the importance of awareness of local entrepreneurs on procedures and requirements while exporting their production to foreign markets.
08.06.2010 
India-Turkey-CIS Business Forum in Istanbul

The upcoming India-Turkey-CIS Business Forum will be held between 24-25 August 2010 in Istanbul, Turkey. The event is organized by the Federation of Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FICCI – www.ficci.com ) and has the support of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. The focus of the event is CIS, including Azerbaijan.
•Two day trilateral Business Forum structured as a series of engaging focused sessions
• Government to Business roundtables
• Exclusive B2B meetings with captains of industry
•Session on financing your investments in the regions
• Network with over 300 potential investors, buyers, funding agencies, investment promotion agencies of the region
•Explore Investment opportunities in this region
•Explore upcoming Projects
• Meet the Top Business leaders to take your business forward
• Explore Joint Collaboration for 3d Country Projects
25.05.2010 
19th International Engineering & Technology Fair (IETF) in New Delhi

IETF (International Engineering & Technology Fair), organized biennially since 1975, is the flagship event of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). The forthcoming fair - the 19th IETF 2011 is structured as a comprehensive B2B event, segmented into well-defined technological sections of the engineering & manufacturing industry. These sections are branded and represented by concurrent focused business fairs. IETF works as a platform for buyer-seller meetings, international conferences and seminars, business networking, technology assessments, strategic partnerships, vendor development, etc. and is attended by visitors from around the globe. The categories of visitors include CEOs, decision makers, technical experts, sourcing personnel, diplomats, trade and Government delegations, media, etc.
24.05.2010 
2nd International Summit on Processed Food, Agribusiness and Beverages in New Delhi

ASSOCHAM is the oldest and apex Chamber of Commerce and Industry serving business community since 1920. We are pleased to inform you that ASSOCHAM in Partnership with Ministry of Food Processing Industries and, Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India as well as with other partners from public and private sector companies is organizing 2nd International Summit cum Exhibition on Processed food, Agribusiness and Beverages, 15-16, September 2010, Hotel Oberoi, New Delhi. This Summit cum Exhibition will provide an excellent opportunity for business to business interaction among industries, technology providers, States and Countries as well as will provide platform to expose their strengths for exploring investment opportunities.

17.05.2010 
Japan-Azerbaijan Investment Forum in Tokyo

Japan - Azerbaijan Investment Forum was held on May 17 in Tokyo within the framework of the 6th meeting of the State Commission on Economic Cooperation between Azerbaijan and Japan.
Alongside with the officials from both countries about 200 entrepreneurs from agriculture, banking, tourism, trade, pharmaceuticals, construction, industry and others sectors participated at the forum organized by AZPROMO.
Co-chairs of the Commission – Deputy Prime-Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Abid Sharifov and President of ITOCHU Corporation Mr. Akiro Yokota delivered opening speeches at the forum.
13.05.2010 
Azerbaijan-Serbia Business Forum in Baku

Azerbaijan-Serbia Business Forum was held in Baku Business Centre on May 13 organized by AZRPOMO. Alongside with the representatives from the Ministry of Economic Development and Serbian Government officials about 40 local and Serbian entrepreneurs from energy, agriculture, petrochemicals, transport and other sectors participated at the forum. Speaking at the forum Deputy Minister N. Safarov and State Secretary of Serbia C.Neboyja provided information about the economic situation in both countries as well as cooperation perspectives. The official part was followed by the presentations of AZPROMO head Adil Mammadov, Azerbaijan Investment Company Executive Director Afgan Isayev as well as President of Serbia Business Association B. Grujic. The forum continued with bilateral meetings between the entrepreneurs of both countries.
12.05.2010 
Meeting with Switzerland-Azerbaijan friendship group

Baku Business Centre hosted Switzerland-Azerbaijan friendship group of the Swiss Parliament members, as well as businessmen representing energy sector on May 12. Speaking at the meeting Deputy Minister N.Safarov provided information on Azerbaijani economy, reforms undertaken as well as ongoing economic development. It was stressed, that the cooperation with Europe, particularly with Switzerland plays an important role for Azerbaijan. The proof of the latter is official visits of HE President Ilham Aliyev to Siwtzerland, and HE ex-President Pascal Couchepin to Azerbaijan. It’s important to mention that the Swiss Confederation is one of the biggest investors to Azerbaijani non-oil sector economy.
11.05.2010 
Seminar on “Foodstuff packaging and labelling in accordance with EU requirements ”

2-days seminar on “Foodstuff packaging and labelling in accordance with EU requirements ” started on May 11, organized by AZPROMO and UNDP. The main purpose of the seminar is to inform the local business community on EU standards, regulations as well as to facilitate the exports of local production to the European markets. About 30 entrepreneurs from agriculture and food industry sectors will participate at this 2-days event. During the training the representatives of local business community will be introduced with types of packaging and labelling required in EU as well as all the relevant issues. At the end of the training the participants will receive certificates on the participation.
11.05.2010 
Tashkent to host the 6th International Uzagroexpo 2010 exhibition

The capital of Uzbekistan will host the international “Uzagroexpo – 2010” exhibition on 23-25 November 2010.
Uzagroexpo is an annual agricultural forum in Uzbekistan and one of the important industrial events in the republic. Traditionally exhibition gathers specialists of industry at the main exhibition stage of Uzbekistan. Uzagroexpo has become traditional event demonstrating new achievements in all directions of agriculture.
Uzagroexpo covers the main directions as follows:
•Agriculture
•Food industry
•Foodstuff & ingredients
Agriculture development takes the priority place in economy of the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Uzbekistan is an agrarian country and specialists from CIS and other foreign countries show interest and take the most active participation at the exhibition. The participants are representatives of trade companies and branches, financial institutions, embassies and business circles. Leading producers of agricultural machinery and equipment has become regular exhibitors.
06.05.2010 
Azerbaijan-France Business Meetings

Bilateral Business Meetings between Azerbaijani and French businessmen were held in Baku on May 6, organized by AZPROMO and France-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce.
About 20 Azerbaijani and French entrerpreneurs operating in construction sector came together during the meetings. Presentation on investment climate and business opportunities by AZPROMO head Adil Mammadov as well as introduciton presentations by French companies were held. The meetings were continued by duscussions of the cooperation perspectives between the companies.
05.05.2010 
Business Development Forum in Burkino Faso

The General Secretariat of the Organisation of Islamic Conference informs its member-countries that the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Burkino Faso will organise a West-African Business Development Forum in Ouagadougou, Burkino Faso, on 20-21 May 2010. The objective of the forum is to develop business relations through new international markets, investments and economic, financial, trade and technological partnerships. Any company manager who wishes to strengthen the status in the West Africa, contemplate new business and investment opportunities and look for strategic alliances can participate in the forum.
05.05.2010 
International fair in Turkmenistan

Ministry of Textile Industry of Turkmenistan is inviting interested parts to participate at international exhibition – “Main directions of textile industry development in Turkmenistan” to be held during 6-8 June 2010 in Ashgabat. The exhibition will be organized under the auspices of Ministry of Textile Industry and Turkmenistan Chamber of Commerce in “Sergi Koshgi” exhibition centre. The main divisions of the exhibition are:
• Textile equipment
•Natural fibre processing
•Garments and footwear
•Home Textile Spare Parts and secondary materials
•Chemicals and color
•Accessories and fittings
•“Know how” and high technologies
04.05.2010 
Exhibitions in Petrozavodsk, Republic of Karelia

Petrozavodsk to host the following exhibitions in 2010:
1.16th specialized exhibition “Health in Karelia. The world of health and beauty” – 26-28 May 2010
2.The exhibition dedicated to the 90th anniversary of Karelian Republic – “Economy of Karelian Republic – yesterday, today and tomorrow”, as well as 10th international exhibition “Touristic Karelia. Active tourism” – 8-10 June 2010
3.The 6th agro-industrial exhibition-fair “Karelia Agro Expo 2010” – 30 September-2 October 2010
4.12th specialized exhibition-fair “Karelia Food” – 10-12 November 2010
5.3rd specialized exhibition “Roads of Karelia” – 3-4 December 2010
6.7th international specialized exhibition “Karelian stones” – 3-4 December 2010
7.10th international exhibition “Energetics of Karelia 2010” – 8-10 December 2010
03.05.2010 
“Summer Davos” in Asia 2010

The Annual Meeting of New Champions, the “Summer Davos” is the foremost global business gathering in Asia. Introduced in 2007 in close collaboration with the People’s Republic of China and the personal support of Premier Wen Jiabao, the Annual Meeting of the new Champions 2009 in Dalian gathered 1300 participants, including 415 CEOs from 80 countries.
The World Economic Forum offers governmental entities and organizations that have a close relationship with the Forum an opportunity to participate at the Annual Meeting of the New Champions with a delegation. Through their participation regional business delegations can showcase the most impressive companies within their respective cities, regions and countries at the same time sharing expertise and resources to advance social and economic development both regionally and globally.
30.04.2010 
Azerbaijani delegation payed visit to Georgia

A delegation headed by Minister of Economic Development Mr. Shahin Mustafayev payed a visit to Georgia on April 29. Along with officials, delegation included about 20 entrepreneurs from different sectors of economy. Within the framework of the visit Minister Mustafayev had meetings with Georgia Prime-Minister Nika Gilauri and Minister of Economic Development Zurab Pololikashvili. Business forums organized with the support of AZPROMO Georgia representative office in Tbilisi and Marneuli brought together Georgian and Azerbaijani businessmen from agriculture, banking, ICT, energy, construction, industry and other sectors.
27.04.2010 
Azerbaijan-Stavropol Business Forum in Baku

On April 27, Azerbaijan-Stavropol Business Forum was held within the framework of the official visit of Stavropol’s Governor Mr. Valeriy Gayevskiy to Azerbaijan. The delegation headed by the governor was comprised of Stavropol officials, as well as about 80 entrepreneurs from industry and energy, agriculture, toursim, construction, education and other sectors. Azerbaijani side was represented by 130 businessmen from the corresponding sectors.
26.04.2010 
Azerbaijan – Italy Business forum held in Baku

Azerbaijan – Italy business forum was held on April 26 in Baku organized by AZPROMO and the Italian Institute for Foreign Trade (ICE) that brought together about 60 local and Italian entrepreneurs from agriculture, food industry, logistics, construction, transport, energy and other sectors. Forum was opened by the speech of Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan Mr. Niyazi Safarov, followed by opening speeches of the Deputy Minister of Economic Development of Italian Republic Mr. Adolfo Urso and the Ambassador of Italy to Azerbaijan Mr. Mario Baldi.
23.04.2010 
Salans company

SALANS Company was founded in Paris in 1978 as an international law firm that combined the skills of European civil law and Anglo-American common law. It is an international, multi-cultural, integrated, and highly profitable law firm with 22 full-service legal offices in 17 countries and with associations or affiliations with law firms in several additional jurisdictions. The major sector areas of the company are automotive, banks and financial institutions, energy, life sciences, PPP, private equity, real estate, shipping & international trade, retail and technology, media, and telecoms. The core practice groups include: Arbitration, Banking & Finance, Competition, Corporate/M&A, Employment, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Real Estate, Reorganisation, Restructuring, & Insolvency, and Tax.
20.04.2010 
Azerbaijan-Belarus Bilateral meetings in Minsk

The Azerbaijani and Belarus business communities will come together in Minsk between April 19-21. The main aim of the 3-day events organized by AZPROMO and Belarus Ministry of Trade is to expand Azerbaijani exports abroad. The Azerbaijani delegation is mainly comprised of companies operating in agriculture and foodstuffs production sectors.
About 11 Azerbaijani businessmen, including representatives of business community of Nakhchivan represent Azerbaijan in b2b meetings. On the 1st day of the meetings Azerbaijani delegation has already visited Belarus Ministry of Trade, “Belkoopsoyuz”, “Belgospisheprom” as well as representatives from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food.


20.04.2010 
Trade Fair in UAE

The Islamic Centre for Development and Trade (ICDT) and the Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry with the support of the Ministry of Economy of the United Arab Emirates will organize the 13th Trade Fair of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) Member States from 24th to 29th April 2011 at Sharjah Expo Center under the name “New Economic Partnership at the service of the Ummah”. This fair has become a biennial unavoidable crossroads of businessmen, Trade Promotion Agencies and professional associations in the Islamic World.
For information on participation, please feel free to contact AZPROMO at +994125980147 or e-mail at office@azpromo.az.

13.04.2010 
"Theron A.E" company profile

Greek company "Theron A.E" is pleased to introduce the variety of its services and looks forward to cooperating with the Azerbaijani companies.
THERON is a global provider for state of the art applications, turnkey solutions, and expert services in:
• Offset Benefits Management and Implementation
• Integrated Security Solutions for metropolitan & residential areas, Critical Infrastructure, and Industrial and Military facilities
• Command & Control Applications and solutions for Emergency Response Agencies and Homeland Security Authorities

08.04.2010 
Azerbaijan-Vietnam Business Forum held in Baku

Azerbaijan-Vietnam Business forum was held in Baku within the framework of the official visit paid by Vietnam Socialist Republic Deputy Prime Minister Mr. Hoang Trung Hai. Together with officials Vietnamese delegation was represented by about 50 entrepreneurs operating in finances, ICT, trade, industry, petrochemicals, real estate and other sectors.
15.03.2010 
Azerbaijan- Slovakia Business Forum held in Baku

Newly opened Baku Business Centre hosted Azerbaijan-Slovakia Business Forum held within the framework of official visit of Slovak Republic Foreign Affairs Minister Mr. Miroslav Lajčák on March, 15. Business forum was organized by AZPROMO and Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency. Forum brought together around 40 entrepreneurs representing agriculture, ICT, banking, construction, industry and other sectors.
09.03.2010 
Libya-Azerbaijan Business Forum held in Tripoli

Libya-Azerbaijan Business Forum held in Tripoli on March, 8th within the framework of the Intergovernmental Commission between Republic of Azerbaijan and Libya. The event was organized by AZPROMO and Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture.
The Azerbaijani delegation was represented by the officials and around 10 companies operating in construction sector mainly.
The event was opened by the speech of representatives of Libyan Chamber of Commerce and Tripoli Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture. The official part was followed by AZPROMO presentation on Investment Climate and business opportunities in Azerbaijan.

09.03.2010 
WETEX 2010 Exhibition in DUBAI, UAE

Water, Energy Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX 2010), organized by Dubai Electricity and water Authority (DEWA) will take place in Dubai, UAE during 9-11th March 2010.
The Exhibition will be held at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Zabeel Hall, wherein International and National Manufacturers and Suppliers of Equipment and Services for electricity, water, energy and environment enhancement, both government and private sectors will display their latest products and technologies under the roof.
05.03.2010 
VINARIA 2010 International Exhibition

Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI) has the pleasure to invite Azerbaijani entrepreneurs to the forthcoming International Exhibition of Vine-Growing and Wine Producing & Wine Festival – VINARIA 2010, which will take place during 14-17 March 2010 in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. The exhibition will provide exceptional opportunities for market research and presentation through the direct contacts with customers, competitors and business partners.

01.03.2010 
Upcoming International Exhibitions in Kazakhstan

Astana, Kazakhstan to host the following exhibitions in 2010:

“Flowers, Landscape, Farmstead - 2010” – 13-16 May, 2010
“KazFood- 2010” - 7-9 October, 2010
“Kazahstan International Halal Exhibition” – 7-9 October, 2010
For further information please contact ExpoDamu official web-site - www.expodamu.kz or call the Embassy of Kazahstan to Azerbaijan at 465 62 48, or AZPROMO at 598 01 47/48.

04.02.2010 
Cooperation with "AvtoKrAZ" Company

AvtoKrAZ holding company is an automaker founded in Kremenchug, Ukraine. It is known in more than 40 countries for its powerful and reliable heavy-duty vehicles, which are simple to operate and have been extensively tested on a variety of roads.

KrAZ vehicles development and production focuses on the following core market segments:
•construction;
•municipal and road economy;
•mineral resource industry;
•logging industry;
•oil and gas complex;
•military forces;
•services for emergencies elimination.
30.01.2010 
Business Matchmakings in Malaysia

Businessmen from Azerbaijan are invited to participate in business matchmakings in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia to promote bilateral Trade and Investment opportunities in March 2010.
Business meetings will be organized by The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM).
Interested parts may visit ACCCIM web-site - www.acccim.org.my or contact AZPROMO at 598 01 47/48

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The Associated Chinese Chambers of Commerce and Industry of Malaysia (ACCCIM) is the national level organisation of the Chinese chambers of commerce and industry in Malaysia. It has 17 Constituent Members located separately in the 13 states of the nation. In fact ACCCIM is the earliest national level chamber of commerce to have a complete regional representation in the country. The ACCCIM was established in 1947 as an autonomous private sector organisation which currently represents more than 100.000 Malaysian Chinese companies, individuals and trade associations in particular, and the Chinese business community in general.
29.01.2010 
INDIASOFT 2010 International IT Exhibition and Conference

The Electronics and Computer Software Export Promotion Council (ESC ) will be organizing the 10th anniversary of INDIASOFT series on 10-12 March, 2010 in Jaipur, India. During its journey of 10 years, INDIASOFT editions have evolved and provided Indian IT enterprises an opportunity to interact with IT buyers across the world. It provided a platform which seamlessly integrated different verticals – software development, products and services.
The 10th high tech edition of INDIASOFT will be visited by IT buyers from Latin America, Africa, CIS, ASEAN, North America, Europe, Japan, Middle East region. The buyers, visitors across the globe can witness a world of IT innovations being displayed by Indian IT companies at INDIASOFT 2010.
Interested parts may visit official web-site of the fair – www.indiasoft.org
Additional contacts: Embassy of India to the Republic of Azerbaijan, Tel.: 564 63 54, 564 63 44; Fax: 447 25 72 E-mail: hoc.baku@indianembassy.org, hoc.baku@mea.gov.in

29.01.2010 
Vitebsk to host International Investment Forum in February 25-26

International Investment Forum will be held in Vitebsk in February 25-26 2010, according to the Vitebsk Oblast Executive Committee.
The program of the forum will be set up in line with the interest of potential investors in implementation of concrete projects in the region. Businessmen and potential investors from Azerbaijan, showing the interest in projects in the Vitebsk oblast are invited to participate in the International Investment forum.
The business forum is aimed to attract investment in the priority branches of the Vitebsk oblast, to tell domestic and foreign businessmen about opportunities of setting up new productions in the oblast. The investment projects cut across a wide range of industries, including machine building, automobile construction, road service, hotel construction and creation of logistics centers. The Vitebsk Free Economic Zone is expected to present investment oriented projects.

Further information about the conference as well as the program is available on www.vitebsk-region.gov.by/ru/economics/mi_forum

28.01.2010 
Upcoming International Exhibitions and Fairs in Kuwait

1. EDUCARE 2010 - 08 - 11 March
2. Kuwait Industries Exhibition - 25 March - 03 April
3. Travel World Expo (TWE) - 19 - 22 May
4. Kuwait International Trade Fair - 27 May - 05 June
5. Ramadan Food Exhibition - 29 July - 10 Avgust

For further information please contact Kuwait International Fair official web-site - www.kif.net or call AZPROMO at 598 01 47/48.
21.01.2010 
The 3rd IIJS Singature 2010 Gem and Jewellery Fair in Panjim, Goa

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council announced the organization of the 3rd IIJS Signature 2010 Fair scheduled to be held between 19-22nd February 2010 in Panjim, Goa.
The Council has previously organized IIJS 09 in Mumbai, when the show witnessed a huge interest from more than 1850 international buyers from various countries and included trade delegations from Hungary, Bangkok, Thailand, Romania, Bangladesh, China, UAE, Syria, Uzbekistan and Iran. The show garnered excellent response and has further encouraged the visitors in sourcing of gems and jewellery products from India.
13.01.2010 
Partnership Protocol with Middle East Association signed

The Partnership Protocol between AZRPOMO and Middle East Association (MEA) was signed on 18th of December 2009 by Adil Mammadov, AZPROMO Acting President and Michael Thomas, Director General of MEA. Protocol assumes deepening of economic ties, as well as promotion of investments and development of cooperation between entrepreneurs of both countries. The document will positively affect the strengthening of the relations between business communuties of Azerbaijan and Great Britain.
22.12.2009 
UAE-Azerbaijan Business forum held in Abu Dhabi

United Arab Emirates – Azerbaijan Business Forum was held on December 21, 2009 in Abu Dhabi within the second meeting of the United Arab Emirates and Azerbaijan Intergovernmental Commission on economic, trade and technical cooperation. The event was organized by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) with support of Ministry of Economic Development of the republic of Azerbaijan and Embassy of Azerbaijan in UAE.
23.11.2009 
Azerbaijan-Belgium Business Forum held in Baku

Azerbaijan-Belgium Business Forum organized by AZPROMO was held on 23rd of November within the framework of the visit of Flanders Invetsment and Trade Agency representatives to Azerbaijan. Business Forum brought together about 60 representatives of business community from construction materials, agriculture, logistics, industry and other sectors.
11.11.2009 
Rakia Georgia Free Industrial Zone presented in Baku

A presentation of the Rakia Georgia Free Industrial Zone based in the Georgia`s Poti seaport held within the framework of the visit of Georgian Minister of the Economic Development Mr. Zurab Pololikashvili to Baku. The event organized by the Georgian Embassy to Azerbaijan and AZPROMO was attended by high-rank representatives of Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan and Georgia, Embassy of Georgia in Azerbaijan as well as 80 representatives of local business community.

10.11.2009 
Azerbaijan-Slovenia Business Forum held in Baku

Within the framework of visit of the president of Slovenian Republic HE Mr. Danilo Turk to Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan-Slovenia Business Forum was held on November,10. Business Forum brought together 90 representatives of Azerbaijani and 70 representatives of Slovenian business communities.
03.11.2009 
AZPROMO new head appointed

Mr. Adil Mammadov has graduated from Reading University in UK and holds MA in Business and Management in Emerging Markets. He is the author of dissertations on Management of hydrocarbon wealth in the Caspian Sea region, the case study: the Republic of Azerbaijan. He worked in the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe in 2003-2004. Since 2005 till appointment to this position he has worked as Head of EITI Secretariat at the State Oil Fund (SOFAZ) of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Mr. Adil Mammadov is fluent in English and Russian, native Azeri.

24.09.2009 
Azerbaijan-Czech Republic Business Forum held in Baku

Azerbaijan-Czech Business Forum held on the 24th of September within the visit of President of the Senate of the Czech Republic Mr. P.Sobotka. The forum organized by AZPROMO brought together about 150 representatives of the business circles of finances, design, metallurgy, construction materials, tourism, light industry and other sectors.
18.09.2009 
China Overseas Investment Fair to take place in Beijing

On November 3-4, 2009 The First China Overseas Investment Fair hosted by China Industrial Overseas Development and Planning Association will be held in China World Trade Center, Beijing.
Chinese side will be represented by famous state-owned enterprises, private enterprises, financial institutions such as policy banks, commercial banks, investment companies...
09.09.2009 
Azerbaijan-Greece B-to-B meetings held in Baku

Bilateral business meetings between Azerbaijani and Greek entrepreneurs were organized by AZPROMO on the 10th of September 2009.
09.09.2009 
Azpromo Representative Office opened in Georgia


The Azerbaijan Export and Investments Promotion Foundation has opened a Representative Office in the Republic of Georgia. The official opening of the office took place on September 8, 2009 at 4 Bazaletti street, Tbilisi, Georgia.
18.05.2009 
First Israel-Azerbaijan Business Forum held in Tel Aviv

On May 18th Israel – Azerbaijan Business forum was held in Tel Aviv, Israel, which brought together entrepreneurs from both countries.
24.04.2009 
Azerbaijan-Austria Business Forum

Azerbaijan-Austria Business Forum held in Baku on 24th of April brought together representatives of business communities from both countries.
17.04.2009 
Azerbaijan-Latvia Business Forum

On the 17th of April Minister of Foreign Affairs of Latvian Republic Mr. Maris Riekstinsh together with business delegation payed an official visit to Azerbaijan. Within the framework of the visit Azerbaijan-Latvia Business Forum took place.
07.04.2009 
Visit of Lithuanian Foreign Affairs Minister

In the framework of the visit of Lithuanian Foreign Affairs Minister Mr. Vigaudas Ushatskas Azerbaijan-Lithuania Business Forum was held on the 7th of April.
31.03.2009 
Azerbaijan-Germany Business Forum

On March 31st Azerbaijan-Germany Business Forum took place in Baku. The forum organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan and AZPROMO brought together entrepreneurs from both countries.
02.03.2009 
Ajarian Delegation in Baku

Head of Administration of Autonomous Republic of Ajara Mr.Levan Varshalomidze payed an official visit to Baku. Within the framework of the visit a meeting between official delegation representatives and local businessmen was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan, AZPROMO and Embassy of Georgia in Azerbaijan on March, 2.
25.02.2009 
Jordan-Azerbaijan Business Forum held in February



On February 24-27, 2009 a delegation from Azerbaijan visited the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan with a business trip. Within the trip, Jordan-Azerbaijan Business Forum took place in Amman on February 25.
24.02.2009 
Azerbaijan-Belarus Business Forum in Baku



Azerbaijan-Belarus Business Forum and consumer goods exhibition opening ceremony was held on 24th of February in Baku. The event organized by AZPROMO and Embassy of the Republic of Belarus in Azerbaijan brought together about 20 representatives of timber industry, machine building, meat and milk production, light industry, construction and other fields from Belarus and more than 20 Azerbaijani entrepreneurs from relevant sectors.
17.02.2009 
Greece-Azerbaijan Business Forum

On February 16-18, 2009 a delegation from Azerbaijan visited the Hellenic Republic with a business trip. Within the trip Greece-Azerbaijan Business Forum and Azerbaijan Country Presentation took place in Athens, organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan, AZPROMO and Athens Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
13.01.2009 
Azerbaijan-Estonia Business Forum held in Baku


On the 13th of January Azerbaijan–Estonia Business Forum was held in Baku, organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of the Republic of Azerbaijan and AZPROMO. Forum was organized within the framework of the official visit of Estonian President Toomas Hendrik Ilves to Azerbaijan.

20.11.2008 
Azerbaijan-Sweden business forum

From the 17-19th of November 2008, Sven-Otto Littorin, the Swedish minister for Employment accompanied by a business delegation visited Azerbaijan. The focus of this fact finding mission was to give a broad idea of the country as well as current and future business opportunities for Swedish companies.

12.11.2008 
The first Black Sea Partnership Forum on Cereals and Cereal-based products

On November 12, 2008 Azerbaijani delegation of 5 largest food processing companies headed by AZPROMO took part at “The first Black Sea Partnership Forum on Cereals and Cereal-based products” in Kiev, Ukraine. The event was organized in joint cooperation of UNDP and the Black Sea Trade and Investment Promotion Programme with the governments of Greece and Turkey.
09.10.2008 
Azerbaijan-Finland Business Forum

On October 8, 2008 Azerbaijan-Finland Business Forum was held in Park Inn Azerbaijan.
The event was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan, AZPROMO and FinnPro.
04.10.2008 
AZPROMO in Scandinavia


On September 16-18, 2008 Azerbaijan-Sweden Business Forum and Azerbaijan Country Presentation Seminar in Norway were organized in Stockholm and Oslo by AZPROMO and the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Sweden.
15.07.2008 
Congress of Tea Growers in Baku

On July 11-13, 2008 the Congress of Tea Growers was held for the first time in the region. The event was organized by Network for Business and Development of Caucasus and supported by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) with the purpose of finding solutions of tea-growing problems in Caucasus and attracting investors to this sector.
10.07.2008 
Azerbaijan-Israel business forum


On July 8, 2008 Azerbaijan-Israel business forum was organized by the Ministry of Economic
Development of Azerbaijan, AZPROMO and the Embassy of Israel in Azerbaijan.
07.07.2008 
Azerbaijan-Hungary business forum

On July 7, 2008 the Azerbaijan-Hungary business forum was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan and AZPROMO. The event was held within the visit of the Prime Minister of Hungary Mr. Ferenc Gyurcsany to Azerbaijan.
04.07.2008 
Azerbaijan-Czech Business Forum

On July 4, 2008 within the visit of the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Czech Republic Mr. Carl Schwarzenberg to Azerbaijan Azerbaijan-Czech Business Forum was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan and AZPROMO.
20.06.2008 
Azerbaijan-Turkmenistan business forum


The Azerbaijani delegation headed by the representatives of Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) included 20 Azerbaijani businessmen.

15.06.2008 
“Re-Invest Caspian” Exhibition

On June 10-11, 2008 “Re-Invest Caspian” Exhibition by Resale International Trade Fair for Used Machinery and Equipment was organized by GTZ, Corporate Solutions consulting company, Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan and AZPROMO in “Park Inn” Hotel, Azerbaijan.
04.06.2008 
Korea- Azerbaijan Business Negotiations were held

With support of Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) Korean Trade and Investments Promotion Agency - KOTRA organized business negotiations between Azerbaijan and Korean companies on June, 2008.
02.06.2008 
Azerbaijan-Belarus business forum

On June 2, 2008 Azerbaijan-Belarus business forum in Minsk has been organized by AZPROMO and the Chamber of Trade and Industry of Belarus.
29.05.2008 
8th Azerbaijan-Germany Economic Forum

On May 26, 2008 within the visit of the business delegation of the Chamber Trade ad Industry of Hannover to Azerbaycan 8th Azerbaijan-Germany Economic Forum was held.
29.05.2008 
Azerbaijan-UAE Business Forum

On May 26, 2008 within the visit of the Minister of Foreign Trade of United Arab Emirates Mrs. Sheykha Lubna bint Khalid Al-Qasimi Azerbaijan-UAE business forum was held in Baku.
20.05.2008 
Opening of KOTRA office in Baku

On May 19, 2008 the opening ceremony of the Korean State Trade and Investment Promotion Agency’s representative office in Baku was held in Kermur Plaza.
19.05.2008 
Azerbaijan-Israel Business meetings

On May 16, 2008 business meetings between businessmen of Azerbaijan and Israel held in Park Inn hotel.
12.05.2008 
Azerbaijan-Indonesia business meetings

On May 12, 2008 within the visit of H.E. Dr. Hassan Wirajuda, Minister of Foreign Affairs
of the Republic of Indonesia to Azerbaijan business meetings between Azerbaijan and Indonesia were organized by AZPROMO, Azerbaijan Investment Company and the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan.
12.05.2008 
The National Exhibition of Jordan held in State Sea Station has been completed on May 9, 2008.

The event has been opened on May 6 by the President of Azerbaijan Republic Mr. Ilham Aliyev and King of Jordan Abdullah II and their spouses Mrs. Mehriban Aliyeva and Queen Rania.
22.04.2008 
Azerbaijan-Lithuania Business-Forum

On April 22, 2008 within the visit of Prime Minister of Lithuania Mr.Gediminas Kirkilas Azerbaijan-Lithuania business-forum was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan Export and Invesment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and Confederation of Manufacturers of Lithuania.
16.04.2008 
Azerbaijan-Greece Business Meetings in Baku

On April 15, 2008 bilateral meetings between businessmen of Azerbaijan and Greece were held in Baku.
05.03.2008 
AZPROMO Board of Trustees meeting

On March 4 2008 8th meeting of the Board of Trustees of AZPROMO took place in the International Trade Center, Baku.
22.02.2008 
Azerbaijan - Iran business forum

Azerbaijan-Iran Business Forum took place on February 22, 2008 in Baku, Azerbaijan.
20.02.2008 
Azerbaijan - Hungary business forum

On Ferbuary 19, 2008 within the visit of the President of Azerbaijan Republic to Hungary Azerbaijan-Hungary business-forum was held in Budapest, Hungary.
28.01.2008 
Azerbaijan Invesment Seminar in Slovenia

On January 24, 2008 Azerbaijan Investment Seminar was held in Ljubljana, Slovenia.
25.01.2008 
Azerbaijan-Estonia Business Forum

On January 23, 2008 Estonia-Azerbaijan Business Forum was held in Talinn, Estonia.
13.01.2008 
Azerbaijan-Belarus business forum

On January 11, 2008 Azerbaijan-Belarus business forum was held in Baku.
02.01.2008 
Azerbaijan-Egypt business forum

On December 27, 2007 business forum between Azerbaijan and Egypt was held in Baku.
10.12.2007 
Investment seminars in Germany

Azerbaijan Investment seminars were held in Hamburg and Munich cities on 4 and 5 December.
17.11.2007 
Presentation of the Enterprise Development and Training Programme (EDTP)

On November 16, 2007 the seminar to introduce the Enterprise Development and Training Programme (EDTP) launched by BP Azerbaijan was held in Baku Business Center.
10.11.2007 
ITECA BIHE 2007 Exhibition

From 6 to 9 November the traditional international HEALTHCARE exhibition BIHE 2007 was held in Sport and Exhibition Complex named after Heydar Aliyev.
08.11.2007 
Azerbaijan-Turkey business-forum

On november 7, 2007 within the oficial visit of the President of the Republic of Turkey Mr. Abdulla Gul Azerbaijan-Turkey business-forum was held in Baku.
01.11.2007 
Azerbaijan-Estonia business-forum

On october 29, 2007 Azerbaijan-Estonia business-forum was held in Baku. The event was organized by the Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan, Estonia-Azerbaijan Trade Chamber and Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO).
20.10.2007 
Azerbaijan-Germany business-forum

On october 19, 2007 within the oficial visit of the Minister of Economics and Technologies of Federal Republic of Germany Mr.Michael Gloss Azerbaijan-Germany business-forum was held in Baku.
06.10.2007 
Azerbaijan-Croatia business-forum

On october 3, 2007 within the oficial visit of the President of Republic of Croatia Mr.Stepan Mesich Azerbaijan-Croatia business-forum was held in Baku.
25.09.2007 
UBCCE Business Forum on Foreign Direct Investment

Baku, Azerbaijan, 2 October 2007.
UBCCE announces the following conference on October 2, 2007 on Foreign Direct Investment: Opportunities and Challenges for the Black Sea and Caspian Region at the Hyatt International Conference Center.
14.09.2007 
Azerbaijani Women-Entrepreneurs in Italia

On September 13-14, 2007 “Italian Forum for Women Entrepreneurs from Balkans, Caucasus and the coastal countries of the Black Sea” was held in Bari, Italia.
13.09.2007 
Azerbaijan-Lithuania Business Forum

On September 13, 2007, within the visit of the Prezident of Azerbaijan Republic to Lithuania Republic, Azerbaijan-Lithuania business forum was held in Vilnius.
29.08.2007 
Korea-Azerbaijan Business Forum

On august 27, 2007 as a part of the 2nd Meeting of the Korea-Azerbaijan Economic Cooperation Committee, Korea-Azerbaijan business forum was held in Baku.
28.07.2007 
Business trip to People’s Republic of China and South Korea

On July 21-27, 2007 a group of Azerbaijani businessmen visited South Korea and People’s Republic of China.
27.06.2007 
AZPROMO has Chinese partner

Memorandum of cooperation between AZPROMO and China-Europe Association for Technical and Economic Cooperation was signed
27.06.2007 
Azerbaijan-Turkey business-forum

Azerbaijan-Turkey business-forum was held in Istanbul (Turkey) on June 26-27, 2007.
20.06.2007 
Meeting with Canadian businessmen

Business cooperation perspectives were discussed at the meeting between Canadian and Azerbaijani businessmen
31.05.2007 
Azerbaijan-USA business-forum was held

On May 31, 2007 Azerbaijan-USA business-forum was held in Los Angeles (USA).
26.05.2007 
AZPROMO activity was backed

Supervisory Board (SB) of AZPROMO considers the activity of Foundation executives as very important for national economy.
25.05.2007 
Food and agriculture exhibition in Baku

The 13th Azerbaijan International Food Industry Exhibition “InterFood Azerbaijan 2007” and 1st Azerbaijan International Agriculture Exhibition “Agrihort 2007” was held in Baku
24.05.2007 
Export issues were discussed

Roundtable on “Competitiveness and export potential of Azerbaijani products” topic was held in Baku, Grand Hotel Europe on May 24, 2007.
22.05.2007 
USA-Azerbaijan agricultural forum

USA-Azerbaijan agrobusiness forum was held in Baku, Excelsior Hotel, on May 22, 2007.
21.05.2007 
The Day of Azerbaijani-German Economy

The Day of Azerbaijani-German economy was held in Baku, The Hyatt Meeting & Conference Centre on May 21, 2007.
24.04.2007 
Business-forum in Seoul

Azerbaijan-Korean business-forum was held in Seoul (Republic of Korea) on April 24, 2007.
17.04.2007 
Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan business-forum

Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan business-forum was held in Baku, Hyatt Regency Hotel on April 17, 2007.
13.04.2007 
Business-meeting was held

Business-meeting of Azerbaijani and Kurgan oblast (Russian Federation) businessmen was held on April 13, 2007 in Baku Business Centre.
03.04.2007 
Investment seminar in UAE

Seminar devoted to investment opportunities in Azerbaijan was held on April 3, 2007 in Dubai (United Arab Emirates).
15.03.2007 
Investment seminars in Vienna and Bratislava

Representatives of Azerbaijan Export & Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO), Ministry of Economic Development of Azerbaijan, Azerbaijan Investment Company and “Bakond” company did the presentations about the economy of Azerbaijan
16.02.2007 
Business-agreements were reached in Germany

Over 6 business-agreements were signed on Azerbaijan-Germany business forum, held in Berlin (Germany) on February 16, 2007.
06.02.2007 
AZPROMO will represent Azerbaijani companies abroad

On February 6, 2007 meeting of the Board of Trustees (BOT) of Azerbaijan Export & Investment Promotion Foundation took place in Hyatt Regency Hotel, Baku.
19.12.2006 
Azerbaijani companies are leaving for exhibition

On October 22-26, 2006, the international food exhibition “SIAL-2006” will be held in Paris (France). The visit of around 10 Azerbaijani companies to this exhibition is being organised by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) with support of German Technical Cooperation Society (GTZ).
12.12.2006 
Business-forum in Astana

On December 12, 2006 Azerbaijan-Kazakhstan business-forum was held in Astana (Kazakhstan). Ministry of Economic Development and Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) organized this forum from Azerbaijani side.
24.11.2006 
Special economic zones were discussed

On November 24, 2006 round table on “Special economic zones” (SEZ) topic was held in Park Inn Hotel, Baku. The event, supported by the Ministry of Economic Development, was organised in the framework of cooperation between Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and EU TACIS programme.
20.11.2006 
Business-forum was held in Abu Dhabi

On November 20, 2006 Azerbaijan-United Arab Emirates business-forum was held in Abu Dhabi (UAE). Mr. Ilham Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan, Ms. Sheikha Lubna Al Qasimi, the United Arab Emirates’ Minister for Economy & Planning, other officials and more than 50 businessmen, representing both countries joined the event.
26.10.2006 
Investment law was discussed

On October 26, 2006 roundtable on “Investment law of Azerbaijan” was held in Grand Hotel Europe, Baku. The event, supported by the Ministry of Economic Development, was organised in the framework of cooperation between Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and EU TACIS programme.
20.10.2006 
AZPROMO organised the round table

On October 20, 2006 round table on “Creation of industrial zones for attracting of foreign investments” topic was held in Park Inn Hotel, Baku. The event, supported by the Ministry of Economic Development, was organised in the framework of cooperation between Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and EU TACIS programme
05.10.2006 
Azerbaijan-Latvian business-forum was held

On October 5, 2006, Azerbaijan-Latvian business-forum was held in Riga (Latvia). The event was organised within the official visit of Mr. Ilham Aliyev, the President of Azerbaijan to Latvia. The Ministry of Economic Development and Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) were the organisers of business-forum from the Azerbaijani side.
01.10.2006 
Monthly Newsletter - September, 2006

Business-seminar in Warsaw
On September 12, 2006 bisuness-seminar on investment opportunities in Azerbaijan was held in Warsaw (Poland) within the meeting of Azerbaijan-Poland intergovernmental comission. The Ministry of Economic Development and Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) were the organisers of the event from Azerbaijani side.
26.09.2006 
Negotiations of Korean and Azerbaijani businessmen

On September 26, 2006, negotiations between Azerbaijani and Korean businessmen were held in Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel, Baku. Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) were the organizers of the event which is supported by the Ministry of Economic Development. Around 30 businessmen representing information technologies, construction, food industry and other areas participated in the negotiations.
25.09.2006 
Regional seminars completed

25.09.2006 On September 18-23, 2006, Azerbaijan Export and Investment Foundation (AZPROMO) with EU TACIS project support organized seminars for local businessmen. The seminars were held in Baku (September 18), Lankaran (September 19), Ganja (September 21) and Guba (September 23) with the support of the Ministry of Economic Development (MED).
15.09.2006 
AZPROMO is organising business negotiations

15.09.2006 On September 26, 2006, negotiations between Azerbaijani and Korean businessmen are planned to be held in Radisson SAS Plaza Hotel, Baku. Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) are the organizers of the event which is supported by the Ministry of Economic Development. Businessmen representing information technologies, construction, food industry and other areas will participate in the negotiations.
12.09.2006 
AZPROMO goes to the regions

12.09.2006 On September 18-23, 2006 Azerbaijan Export and Investment Foundation (AZPROMO) with EU TACIS project support is organizing seminars for local businessmen. The seminars will be held in Baku, Lankaran, Ganja and Guba with the support of the Ministry of Economic Development.
12.09.2006 
Business-seminar was held in Warsaw

12.09.2006 On September 12, 2006 bisuness-seminar on investment opportunities in Azerbaijan was held in Warsaw (Poland) within the meeting of Azerbaijan-Poland intergovernmental comission. The Ministry of Economic Development and Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) were the organisers of the event from Azerbaijani side.
01.09.2006 
Monthly Newsletter - August 2006

GDP of Azerbaijan grows by 35.1%
Azerbaijan's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) totaled AZN 8,803.5 million in the first seven months of 2006. This was 35.1% more than in the same period of 2005. The GDP per capita was AZN 1,056 or ,166, having increased by 33.6%.
28.08.2006 
Second Azerbaijan-Korean business-forum was held in Baku

28.08.2006 On August 28, 2006, Azerbaijani-South Korean business-forum was held in Hyatt Regency, Baku. The business-forum was organised by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) supported by the Ministry of Economic Development. From Korean side event was supported by the Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy and Korean Chamber of Trade and Industry.
26.08.2006 
Azerbaijani Companies Attended the Exibition

26.08.2006 On August 22-26, 2006, diversified regional exibition and economic forum was held in Aktau (Kazakhstan) within the “Caspian – the Sea of Friendship” international festival. Around 10 Azerbaijani companies attended the regional exibition, representing construction, food industry, ecology and other spheres.
17.08.2006 
Azerbaijan-Georgian business-forum was held in Batumi

17.08.2006 On August 17, 2006 Azerbaijan-Georgia business-forum was held in Batumi (Georgia). Business-forum was organised within the meeting of Azerbaijan-Georgia intergovernmental comission. From Azerbaijan side the organiser of event was Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) supported by Ministry of Economic Development.
02.08.2006 
AZPROMO organised training for economic attaches

02.08.2006 On August 2, 2006, Azerbaijan Export and Investment Foundation with EU TACIS project support organized the training for the staff of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) on “Support to Foreign Direct Investments” in Park Inn Hotel, Baku. Economic attaches of some Azerbaijani embassies abroad, representatives of the Directorate for economic cooperation and development of MFA participated in event held with the Ministry of Economic Development support.
12.05.2006 
AZPROMO will cooperate with KOTRA

12.05.2006 On May 12, 2006, Memorandum of Understanding on Mutual Cooperation between Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) was signed. The document was signed by Mr. Emil Majidov, President of AZPROMO and Mr. Ki-hwa Hong, President of KOTRA in the framework of meeting between Mr. Heydar Babayev, Minister of Economic Development of Azerbaijan and Mr. Sye-Kyun Chung, Minister of Commerce, Industry & Energy of Republic of Korea.
11.05.2006 
AZPROMO organized Azerbaijani-Korean Business Forum

11.05.2006 On May 11, 2006, the Azerbaijani-Korean Business Forum organized by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) and supported by the Ministry of Economic Development was held in Baku, in Grand Hotel Europe.
25.04.2006 
Azeri companies are leaving for Karlsruhe

25.04.2006 Azeri companies will attend the 12-th annual international trade fair for used machinery and equipment "RESALE 2006" in Karlsruhe/Germany on April 26-28, 2006. The "Baki Universal masinqayirma", "Tovuz-Baltiya", "Sataplas" will participate in this Trade Fair, among others. This visit organized by German society for Technical Cooperation (GTZ) is supported by Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO).
19.04.2006 
Baku - FDi City of the Future: magazine publishing the results

19.04.2006 The FDI magazine, published by the Financial Times Group, announced in April/May release the Second Round results of FDI City of The Future 2006-2007 Award. As it was informed earlier, Baku won the award as "FDI City of the Future of Eastern Europe - 2006-2007".
19.04.2006 
Czech impressions of AZPROMO

19.04.2006 Representatives of AZPROMO - Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation - along with representatives of Ministry of Economic Development came back from Czech Republic. As it was informed earlier, the purpose of visit, financed by EU TACIS, was to attend a tailor-made training program at two of the leading EU investment and export promotions agencies, CzechInvest and CzechTrade.
10.04.2006 
AZPROMO goes abroad

10.04.2006 Three representatives of AZPROMO - Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation - along with three representatives of Ministry of Economic Development will visit the Czech Republic between 11 - 15 April, 2006 to attend a tailor-made training program at two of the leading EU investment and export promotions agencies, CzechInvest and CzechTrade. The trip is being organized with financial contribution of EU TACIS program.
10.04.2006 
Azeri-Turkey business forum is held

10.04.2006 About 30 Azerbaijanian businessmen left for Turkey for participation in Azeri-Turkey business forum, planned to be held in Istanbul (Turkey) on April 11, 2006.
04.04.2006 
AZPROMO held kick-off meeting on "World Trade Net and Azerbaijan"

04.04.2006 Supported by EU TACIS program the Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO) held a kick-off meeting on "World Trade Net and Azerbaijan" on April 5, 2006 in the Baku Business Centre. Meeting was organized in close cooperation with International Trade Center and World Trade Organization.
18.02.2006 
Baku - fDi City of the Future in Western CIS

18.02.2006 Baku had been announced a City of the Future in Western CIS based upon the city's competitiveness in attracting Foreign Direct Investments. The FDI magazine, published by the Financial Times Group this week announced First Round results of FDI City of The Future 2006-2007 Award.
12.02.2006 
Business opportunities of Azerbaijan to be presented in Switzerland

12.02.2006 Azerbaijan-Switzerland investment seminar will take place on March 9, 2006 in Zurih, Switzerland. Te event is co-organized by the Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO), Azerbaijan Embassy in Switzerland and Swiss Organization for Facilitating Investments (SOFI).
17.01.2006 
AZERBAIJAN IS NUMBER ONE IN UNCTAD FDI ATTRACTION INDEX

17.01.2006 M-r Heydar Babayev, the minister of economic development of Azerbaijan assumed chairmanship of the Board of Trustees of Azerbaijan Export Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO)
17.01.2006 
EU-TACIS presents investment support project

17.01.2006 The TACIS Project "Support to Azerbaijan Investment Promotion and Advisory Foundation" announces start of support to the Azerbaijan Export & Investment Promotion Foundation (AZPROMO.)
 
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