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At the meeting, Arzu Abdullayev, Vice-Rector for Social Affairs and Public Relations at Nakhchivan State University (NDU), provided information about Vuqar Abbasov, president of Cahan Holding Group of Companies and chairman of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Entrepreneurs Confederation. He also reviewed the ongoing cooperation between the university and Cahan Holding.

It was noted that over many years of collaboration, special projects have been carried out jointly with the company. The Vice-Rector expressed confidence that the recent contract signed with Cahan Holding will further strengthen this cooperation.

Arzu Abdullayev emphasized the special importance of Vuqar Abbasov’s meeting with the students. Vuqar Abbasov, founder of Cahan Holding and chairman of the Nakhchivan Entrepreneurs Confederation, highlighted that government bodies, non-governmental organizations, relevant institutions, and enterprises should support universities.

Vuqar Abbasov gave students a detailed overview of the history and fields of activity of Cahan Holding, shared his personal experiences, and discussed the modern criteria necessary for building a business today.

The event continued as a discussion, during which Vuqar Abbasov answered students’ questions.

On April 6, 2024, a meeting was held at the Nakhchivan Main Customs Department with the Chairman and members of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Entrepreneurs Confederation, as well as other foreign trade participants and customs representatives.

The event began with an opening speech by Vuqar Aliyev, Chief of the Nakhchivan Main Customs Department and Customs Service Major General. He spoke about the implementation of the risk-based automated customs control management system, speeding up the passage of goods and vehicles through customs checkpoints, stimulating entrepreneurial activity by creating favorable conditions for those who voluntarily comply with customs regulations, and increasing transparency by minimizing direct contact between officials and citizens.

Following this, Vuqar Abbasov, Chairman of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic Entrepreneurs Confederation, noted that recent reforms aimed at improving the level and quality of customs services have positively contributed to easing the work of entrepreneurs.

Rashad Bayramov, Deputy Chief of the Nakhchivan Main Customs Department and Customs Service Captain, presented the “Customs DEVELOPMENT Model,” explaining its seven main components, ongoing projects, and planned initiatives. He also introduced the “Smart-Bot” mobile application, describing it as a 24-hour electronic customs guide for citizens. Video clips related to these new projects were then shown.

Rza Rzali, Head of the Customs Clearance Center and Customs Service Captain, spoke about the Green Corridor Release System, outlining its purpose and advantages, and invited entrepreneurs to use this system.

Heydar Samedli, Head of the Investigation Department of the Operations and Investigation Directorate and Customs Service Captain, shared information on violations detected during customs clearance.

At the end of the meeting, participants’ questions were answered.

On April 25, a conference titled “A New Era in Azerbaijan’s Socio-Economic Development” was held at the Gulustan Palace with the participation of entrepreneurs. The event was organized by the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA) and the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) Organizations of Azerbaijan, with the support of the Ministry of Economy, dedicated to Entrepreneurs’ Day and the 25th anniversary of the Azerbaijan Confederation of Entrepreneurs.

The event was attended by ministers of economy, labor and social protection, members of the Milli Majlis (Parliament), representatives of relevant government bodies, public associations of entrepreneurs, and businesspeople from various sectors.

The conference began with a visit by participants to the Alley of Honor, where they paid tribute to National Leader Heydar Aliyev by laying a wreath at his grave. It officially started with the National Anthem of Azerbaijan and a minute of silence in memory of the martyrs who gave their lives for the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan.

The conference featured speeches by:

• Mikayil Jabbarov, Minister of Economy (via video message)

• Sahil Babayev, Minister of Labor and Social Protection

• Elnur Aliyev, First Deputy Minister of Economy

• Orkhan Mammadov, Chairman of the Board of KOBIA

• Mammad Musayev, President of the Azerbaijan Confederation of Entrepreneurs

• Ehtiram Guliyev, Founder and CEO of “Hünər” Group

The speeches emphasized the role of Heydar Aliyev in the development of a market-based economy and private sector in Azerbaijan, the successful continuation of this policy under President Ilham Aliyev, the importance of private sector growth, the role of entrepreneurs in social welfare and employment, the priority given to the development of small and medium businesses, and the value of public-private dialogue.

Documentaries highlighting the development of entrepreneurship and the 25-year history of the Confederation were presented. A number of entrepreneurs were awarded for their contributions to public-private dialogue. Among the awardees was Vuqar Abbasov, Vice-President of the Azerbaijan Confederation of Entrepreneurs.

At the end of the conference, a statement was adopted on behalf of the participants addressed to President Ilham Aliyev.

The event concluded with a cultural performance.

On the occasion of April 28 – World Day for Safety and Health at Work and the 100th anniversary of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, a conference titled “The Impact of Climate Change on Occupational Safety” was held in Nakhchivan.

The conference featured speeches and panel discussions with the participation of Fuad Najafli, the Authorized Representative of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic, Sahil Babayev, Minister of Labour and Social Protection of the Population, Vuqar Abbasov, Vice President of the Azerbaijan Confederation of Entrepreneurs, and other government officials.

Employers with strong occupational safety practices and NGOs contributing to public awareness of labor and social rights were awarded at the event. Among the awardees was Ruslan Alimardanov, Executive Director of ENNA LLC, a production facility of Cahan Group of Companies LLC.
The certificate of appreciation was presented to him by Musa Guliyev, Member of the Milli Majlis and Chairman of the Committee on Labor and Social Policy.

On June 7, the Belarus-Azerbaijan Business Forum was held in Minsk — an important platform for introducing the business communities to the investment and export opportunities of both countries.

The forum was attended by Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Belarus Igor Petrishenko, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ali Ahmadov, Deputy Chairman of the Belarus Chamber of Commerce and Industry Denis Meleshenko, as well as government officials and business representatives from both countries.

During the event, three agreements were signed in the areas of tourism, joint organization of international exhibitions, and the supply of various product types for sale at the “Azerbaijan Trade House.”
It is worth noting that the management of “Cahan Holding” LLC also took part in the forum.

On July 5, a meeting was held between the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of the Population and entrepreneurs, organized by the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs (Employers) of Azerbaijan, on the topic “Regulation of Labour and Employment Relations, Presentation of the ‘DOST Inspector’ Project.”

During the meeting, the current situation regarding the issuance of work permits for employees of companies operating in the liberated territories was discussed. Innovations within the Labour and Employment Subsystem (ƏMAS) in this field were also presented.

The event was attended by President of the National Confederation of Entrepreneurs Mammad Musayev, Deputy Minister of Labour and Social Protection Anar Aliyev, Head of the State Labour Inspection Service Vali Guliyev, as well as representatives of the management of “Cahan Holding Group.”