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AmCham Azerbaijan Presented White Paper 2025
On January 27, 2026, the American Chamber of Commerce in Azerbaijan (AmCham Azerbaijan) hosted its Members’ January Luncheon, dedicated to the public presentation of the White Paper 2025 — AmCham’s flagship biennial policy publication prepared for submission to the Government of Azerbaijan with the aim of supporting the development of various sectors of the national economy.
The event brought together key stakeholders, including members of the AmCham Board of Directors, Committee chairpersons, government officials, AmCham members, and representatives of the diplomatic corps.
Over the years, a number of recommendations reflected in AmCham’s White Papers have been incorporated into state programs, while others have led to legislative amendments, contributing positively to the improvement of Azerbaijan’s business environment.
The luncheon was opened by Ms. Gulnara Aslanbayli, Executive Director of AmCham Azerbaijan, who welcomed the participants and expressed gratitude to all contributors for their active engagement and invaluable input into the preparation of the White Paper 2025.
In his opening remarks, Mr. Dayanat Sadullayev, President of AmCham Azerbaijan, emphasized the strategic importance of the White Paper as a platform for constructive dialogue between the business community and public institutions. He highlighted that the White Paper is a practical roadmap for action, reflecting the collective expertise and experience of AmCham’s community.
Mr. Sadullayev underlined that in a rapidly changing global environment, Azerbaijan has taken important steps toward strengthening regional cooperation and economic development. He noted that, as a chamber representing the business community, AmCham considers it its responsibility to remain forward-looking, responsive to change, and actively engaged in proposing solutions that support sustainable economic growth. He also emphasized that the White Paper marks the beginning of a structured action plan aimed at implementation, advocacy, and continued cooperation with all stakeholders.
Following the President’s remarks, Ms. Shabnam Guliyeva, Legal & Policy Officer of AmCham Azerbaijan, presented an overview of the White Paper 2025. She noted that the publication was developed based on recommendations submitted by 11 committees and 1 working group, and consists of 12 chapters and 129 recommendations.
Ms. Guliyeva highlighted that the White Paper 2025 covers key policy areas including banking and finance, legal and judicial reform, sustainable development, the digital economy, human resources, as well as a number of other strategic sectors.
Within this overview, Ms. Guliyeva drew the participants’ attention to selected key recommendations reflected in the White Paper 2025. These recommendations focused on strengthening the legal and regulatory framework, advancing the digitalization of public–private sector interaction, enhancing competition and financial market development, and modernizing employment relations and risk management mechanisms.
She also touched upon recommendations related to food safety and excise regulation, the application of the integration of ESG and circular economy principles and the development of the digital economy, highlighting areas that hold a special place in the White Paper 2025, including AI, cybersecurity, digital infrastructure, and personal data protection.
Following the policy overview, AmCham Committee Chairpersons presented detailed insights into the recommendations within their respective areas of expertise, including:
- Ms. Gunay Jalilova, Chairperson, Banking, Finance & Insurance Committee
- Ms. Lala Afandi, Chairperson, FMCG Committee
- Ms. Bahar Kavuzova, Chairperson, Legal & Compliance Committee
- Mr. Parviz Tahirov, Chairperson, Human Resources & Labor Committee
- Mr. Samir Karimov, Chairperson, Risk Management Committee
A notable highlight of the event was the certificate presentation ceremony, recognizing the Chairpersons and Deputy Chairpersons of AmCham committees, as well as members of the Board of Directors, for their instrumental contributions to the development of the White Paper 2025.
To access the White Paper 2025 and explore its recommendations in detail, please follow the links below:
EN: White Paper.
AZ: White Paper/AZ
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