The World Bank in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan weathered the global economic crisis relatively well, with a solid rise in income and decrease in poverty. But while it withstood the crisis, the situation showed a need for a diversified economy, market-based policies and better social services.

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Rural Investment Project

Launched in 2005, the project was designed to address the rapid decline in rural infrastructure and services.

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Celebrating Achievements

During the 25 years of partnership, the World Bank’s investment in the country totaled over US$ 3.5 billion.

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Cleaning Up Baku

A new solid waste management system set-up in Azerbaijan’s capital of Baku is the first of a kind in the South Caucasus.

Azerbaijan At-A-Glance

Azerbaijan is in the process of redefining its government structure following a Constitutional amendment in September 2016 making it a fully presidential republic and instituting new vice president positions. These changes come at a time when Azerbaijan’s economy is facing critical challenges due to the fall in oil prices, high inflation, and the crisis in the financial sector.

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Projects in Azerbaijan

Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline Project (US$ 400 mln)

TANAP will transport natural gas from a gas field in Azerbaijan to and across Turkey, and further to Europe, aiming to diversify Azerbaijan’s gas export markets and improve the security of the energy supply in Turkey and South Eastern Europe.

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Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain

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Disaster Risks Profile - Azerbaijan

Doing business 2017

Equal Opportunity For All - Azerbaijan

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Enhancing financial capability and inclusion in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan in Figures

The Human Capital Index quantifies the contribution of health and education to the productivity of the next generation of workers. Countries can use it to assess how much income they are foregoing because of human capital gaps, and how much faster they can turn these losses into gains if they act now.

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