Investment Forum Momentum: President Ilham Aliyev opened and attended the 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment Forum in Baku, pitching Azerbaijan as a stable, connectivity-driven investment destination; he stressed long-term rules, political/economic stability, and that oil and gas contracts from 30 years ago remain unchanged. Regional Business Platform: KPMG’s Vitaliy Yakovlev said Azerbaijan can become a regional business platform if it pairs skilled human capital and international-standard infrastructure with predictable customs, currency and arbitration rules. Renewables & Power Exports: Aliyev reiterated huge renewable potential and plans to cut gas use for power while exporting electricity; he also said Azerbaijan aims to be a highly reliable electricity supplier. Mining-to-Metals Push: The forum highlighted a new 2027–2030 state program for mining and metallurgy and plans to build the full production chain. Tourism Investment Drive: Tourism generated about AZN 7bn in 2025 (5.4% of GDP); Montenegro’s minister called Azerbaijan a key investor and discussed real-estate and tourism opportunities. Corporate Expansion: Azersun plans to double capacity of its existing plant and invest in paper recycling and packaging. Bilateral Diplomacy for Trade: FM Jeyhun Bayramov met Senegal and Zimbabwe counterparts at UNGA81, signing MoUs on political consultations. Energy/Trade Links: Azerbaijan-Russia talks focused on industrial, energy, transport and logistics cooperation.