According to the U.S. State Department's statement on the investment environment in Azerbaijan, published in May 2015, Azerbaijani law permits foreign investors to engage in investment activities not prohibited by law. Private entities are also permitted to freely establish, hold, and dispose of interests in Azerbaijani businesses. Foreign nationals may lease land but may not own it. Foreign individuals cannot own land in Azerbaijan, but it is possible to establish a company there. The company, not the individual, can own the land.

Azerbaijan has successfully integrated into the global economy and attracted growing foreign investment while maintaining positive growth. Today, Azerbaijan pursues strategies to attract foreign and Arab investment, creating a favorable investment environment.

Azerbaijan ranked 33rd out of 144 countries in the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index. It has maintained a stable economic policy in recent years and ranks 9th out of more than 144 countries in terms of macroeconomic environment.

Azerbaijan is working to develop its economic and market infrastructure, improve its legal system, tax system, and banking sector, and strengthen its relationships within the international business community.

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The Investment Law of Azerbaijan defines the legal and economic principles for attracting foreign investment to the country. The law aims to attract foreign capital, modern technology, and managerial expertise to the Azerbaijani economy in order to develop its economic base, while guaranteeing the protection of foreign investors' rights.

Foreign investment in Azerbaijan enjoys full legal protection under Azerbaijani law and international agreements. Azerbaijani investment laws are designed to protect all domestic and foreign investments.

The laws governing foreign investment in Azerbaijan fall under the laws and international agreements of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Foreign investors are protected by a legal framework that safeguards their rights and ensures the preservation of their investments in Azerbaijan.

The laws of Azerbaijan stipulate that foreign investment is not subject to expropriation except in extreme emergency situations as determined by the Council of Ministers of Azerbaijan.

-The Investment Law in Azerbaijan stipulates that foreign investors receive adequate and effective compensation, ensuring that the compensation paid corresponds to the actual cost of the investment at the time the expropriation or nationalization decision is made.

Investment opportunities in Azerbaijan are diverse and span various sectors, including industry, agriculture, commerce, real estate, and tourism.

It is certain that seizing opportunities is the key to an investor's success, each according to their specialization. Opportunities without expertise will not lead to success.

Investment opportunities in Azerbaijan can take many forms.

They can be large or small.

Investment opportunities can be made through partnerships with local Azerbaijani companies.

Investment opportunities can also be made through contracts with the government.

Following the recapture of the Karabakh region, a vast and promising field of real investment opportunities will open up. The government plans to rebuild these cities, and there will be significant opportunities for companies wishing to participate.

Indeed, according to a report by the Azerbaijani-Arab Cooperation Organization, major Arab companies have begun making arrangements to open branches in Azerbaijan as part of coordinated efforts to rebuild businesses. These include Egyptian companies with a long and distinguished history.

There is no doubt about the importance of seizing opportunities at the right time. Investment opportunities exist in Azerbaijan, but they require careful planning. Take a proactive step to seize it

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