AGP Executive Report
Last update: 32 minutes agoTourism Push: President Ilham Aliyev approved Azerbaijan’s State Program for Tourism Development 2026–2030, aiming to boost competitive tourism products, tighten sector governance, and strengthen branding and marketing. New Zones & Innovation: The plan also calls for three new tourism and recreation zones in 2027–2030, with infrastructure and public-private partnership support, plus tourism innovation competitions in 2027–2029 to fund pilot projects. Real Estate Watch: ABB Bank released an H1 2026 analytical report showing Baku property prices kept rising, with growth slowing and demand shifting toward more affordable areas, especially in land and select residential segments. AI & Education Links: Azerbaijan’s National AI Center led a delegation to UB to discuss academic partnerships, talent development, and applied AI research, including a signed MOU. Regional Trade & Logistics: Georgia increased imports from Azerbaijan by 25%, while Kazakhstan’s Middle Corridor rail work is progressing—yet Caspian port transfers remain the key bottleneck for faster deliveries. Business-Policy Context: Azerbaijan’s authorities approved regulations and the structure of a Small and Medium Business, Investment and Export Promotion Agency, signaling a push to support firms and exports.
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