| Dokumendiregister | Majandus- ja Kommunikatsiooniministeerium |
| Viit | 6-2/3278-1 |
| Registreeritud | 17.09.2025 |
| Sünkroonitud | 19.09.2025 |
| Liik | Sissetulev kiri |
| Funktsioon | 6 Rahvusvahelise koostöö korraldamine |
| Sari | 6-2 Rahvusvahelise koostöö korraldamise kirjavahetus |
| Toimik | 6-2/2025 |
| Juurdepääsupiirang | Avalik |
| Juurdepääsupiirang | |
| Adressaat | Välisministeerium |
| Saabumis/saatmisviis | Välisministeerium |
| Vastutaja | Silver Tammik (Majandus- ja Kommunikatsiooniministeerium, Kantsleri valdkond, Strateegia ja teenuste juhtimise valdkond, EL ja rahvusvahelise koostöö osakond) |
| Originaal | Ava uues aknas |
Reg. number: 10.1-13/5581
Reg. kuupäev: 05.09.2025
Sisu: Azerbaijan International Investment Forum 22.-23.09.2025 Bakuus
Tere!
Edastame Aserbaidžaani saatkonna kaudu tulnud informatsiooni Bakuus toimuva investeerimisfoorumi kohta.
Tervitades,
Kaie Kork
nõunik
Välisministeeirum
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AZBRBAYCAN RESPUBLiKASININ ESTONiYA RESPUBLiKASINDAKI
SGFiRLIYi
ASERBAID2AANI VABARIIGI SUURSAATKOND EESTI
VABARIIGIS
The Embassy of the Ministry of Foreign consideration.
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Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Estonia Tallinn
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Pirita tee 20/2, 10127 Tallinri, Estonia; E-mail: tallinn©mission.mfa.gov.az; Tel.: +37 (2) 6405050: Fax: +37(2) 6405051 ASU1’[ISIi’LSS ASJdTAMISEKS
Märgc tchttitL4Y &‘V2 .
Jutirdepásopiirai kch;ih .
AIusAvrS4l5tg f/p N 072125
Note Verbale
The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Republic of Estonia presents its compliments to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia and has the honour to inform that under the auspices of HE. Mr. llham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Ministry of Economy of Azerbaijan and Export and Investment Promotion Agency — AZPROMO, in strategic partnership with The European House —
Ambrosetti (TEHA), are organizing the first edition of the Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, taking place in Baku on September 22-23, bringing together senior policymakers, business leaders, and international investors to explore opportunities in infrastructure, energy, logistics, agribusiness, and sustainable development.
The Embassy would be grateful to the esteemed Ministry for delivery of a Concept Note for consideration by the relevant authorities and companies of the Republic of Estonia that may be interested in the Forum.
Republic of Azerbaijan avails itself of this opportunity to renew to the Affairs of the Republic of Estonia the assurances of its highest
Tallinn, 29 August 2025
1st Azerbaijan International Investment Forum
Concept Note
Dates: 22—23 September 2025 Venue: Sea Breeze Resort, Baku, Azerbaijan Theme: ‘Advancing East-West, North-South Connectivity/n a Fragmented Global Economy”
Organizers:
> Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaan > Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan — AZPROMO
‘ The European House — Ambrosetti (TEHA) Organizational Support: Sea Breeze Resort Information Partner: Euronews
Purpose:
The Forum aims to showcase Azerbaijan’s investment attractiveness, strategic projects, and economic potential to the international community. It will foster dialogue on strategic connectivity, regional economic integration, sustainable development, and cross-border investment cooperation. Opening address by H.E President of the Republic of Azerbaijan is expected, underscoring the Forum’s high-level political and economic significance.
Audience:
• International and domestic investors • Global and regional CEOs • Government officials, ministers, and senior policymakers • Representatives of international organizations and think-tanks • Media and expert communities • Local companies and entrepreneurs
Program Overview — Key Topics
The 1st Azerbaijan International Investment Forum will host plenary sessions, thematic panel discussions, and parallel events over two days, providing a comprehensive platform for discussing Azerbaan’s and the broader region’s economic potential, investment priorities, and strategic role in the global economy.
1. Strategic Role of the Middle Corridor & Regional Trade Corridors
• Examination of the South Caucasus and Central Asia as pivotal regions in global trade realignments.
• The Middle Corridor’s role in connecting Europe and Asia via the Caspian and Black Seas.
• Infrastructure and energy projects as drivers of cross-regional integration.
• Positioning Azerbaijan as a natural bridge for East-West and North-South connectivity.
• Interaction between emerging regions (Gulf, Central Asia, South Caucasus) in shaping a multipolar global order.
2. Foreign Investment Policies & Long-Term Development Strategies
• Strategic policy frameworks to attract Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). • Leveraging Special Economic Zones (SEZs), industrial parks, and innovation clusters. • Balancing short-term capital inflows with sustainable, long-term growth. • Case studies of successful public-private cooperation in investment promotion. • International best practices in fostering stable and predictable investment climates.
3. Reshaping Global Value Chains & Boosting Competitiveness
• Transition from commodity-based trade to integrated industrial value chains. • Opportunities for industrial upgrading and localization. • Digital connectivity as a competitive advantage. • The role of SMEs in enhancing resilience and adaptability in supply chains. • Diversification strategies to reduce dependency on single markets or sectors.
4. Green Transition & Renewable Energy Investment Opportunities
• Harnessing solar, wind, and hydropower potential in the Caspian region. • Cross-border interconnections to facilitate green energy exports. • Financing mechanisms for large-scale renewable projects. • Policies to meet C0P29 commitments and climate targets. • Role of public-private partnerships in accelerating the green transition.
5. Public-PrIvate Partnerships (PPPs) & Investment Financing
• Blending public capital, private investment, and sovereign wealth to maximize impact.
• Priority sectors for PPPs: transport, energy, tourism, and urban infrastructure. • The role of the Azerbaijan investment Company and Entrepreneurship
Development Fund. • Global case studies in PPP models for emerging markets. • Financing instruments to de-risk and attract foreign investors.
6. Human Capital, Skills, & Innovation
• Developing technical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills to support new industrial hubs. • Building stronger education-industry linkages. • Role of dual education systems and international academic partnerships. • Encouraging research and innovation through university-industry collaboration. • Positioning Azerbaijan as a hub for knowledge-based industries.
7. Real Estate & Urban Development
• Opportunities in large-scale urban projects such as Sea Breeze and White City. • Innovative urban planning and integrated territorial development. • Impact of real estate projects on employment, tourism, and economic growth. • International models for sustainable city development adaptable to &erbaijan. • Encouraging mixed-use developments that combine residential, commercial, and
cultural spaces.
B. Transport, Logistics, & Infrastructure
• Expanding capacity of ports, railways, and airports to support trade corridors. • Interconnectivity between North-South and East-West routes. • Logistics hubs and free trade zones as investment drivers. • Incorporating digital logistics solutions to enhance efficiency. • Case studies on reducing transit times and improving cross-border trade flows.
9. Agriculture, Agribusiness, & Food Industry
• Investment opportunities in agro-processing and food exports. • Modernizing agriculture through precision farming and smart technologies. • Government incentives for rural development. • Developing agribusiness clusters and export-oriented value chains. • Leveraging liberated territories for high-value agricultural production.
10. Sea Breeze Health Valley: Azerbaijan’s Global Gateway to Medical Excellence
• Strategic role of Sea Breeze Health Valley in advancing Azerbaijan’s healthcare, life sciences, and economic diversification agenda
• Positioning Azerbaijan as a regional hub for high-quality medical services, pharmaceutical and biotech production, and digital health solutions
• Integration of healthcare delivery, research, manufacturing, and education into a unified, globally competitive cluster, drawing on global models while adapting to the national regulatory and market context
• Mobilizing governance, policy frameworks, and multistakeholder support - from government and investors to the Sea Breeze Health Valley Management Company - to ensure international standards and move from vision to implementation
11. Post-Conflict Reconstruction & Investment in Liberated Territories
• Opportunities in infrastructure, housing, and industrial facilities in liberated territories.
• Development of smart villages and tourism projects. • Priority sectors: renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, and manufacturing. • Role of international partners in post-conflict economic recovery. • Ensuring sustainability and community integration in reconstruction efforts.
Exhibition
A dedicated exhibition space will feature thematic zones, including:
• Digital Azerbaijan and Smart Solutions • Green energy, renewable power, and climate technologies • Startups and innovation • Tourism investment • Agritech and food industry • Chemical, heavy, and light industries • Real estate and property • FinTech and e-commerce • Investment in liberated territories • Water resources and climate solutions
The exhibition will provide interactive displays, visual project presentations, and dedicated “Agora” areas for small-group discussions and pitches (up to 40 participants per session).
Expected Outcomes
• Strengthened international visibility of Azerbaijan’s investment environment • New investment partnerships in strategic and emerging sectors • Enhanced East-West and North-South connectivity discussions with actionable follow-
ups • Increased investor interest in Azerbaijan’s non-oil sectors • Promotion of regional cooperation and integration initiatives
Registration:
To participate in the Forum, please register using the official registration form:
Registration Link: https:I/azpromo. az/az/posts/i 812/1 st-azerbaiian-international-investrnent
forum
AZBRBAYCAN RESPUBLiKASININ ESTONiYA RESPUBLiKASINDAKI
SGFiRLIYi
ASERBAID2AANI VABARIIGI SUURSAATKOND EESTI
VABARIIGIS
The Embassy of the Ministry of Foreign consideration.
End: 4 pages
Ministry of Foreign Affairs Republic of Estonia Tallinn
‘:\i IH3 IUM
Pirita tee 20/2, 10127 Tallinri, Estonia; E-mail: tallinn©mission.mfa.gov.az; Tel.: +37 (2) 6405050: Fax: +37(2) 6405051 ASU1’[ISIi’LSS ASJdTAMISEKS
Märgc tchttitL4Y &‘V2 .
Jutirdepásopiirai kch;ih .
AIusAvrS4l5tg f/p N 072125
Note Verbale
The Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the Republic of Estonia presents its compliments to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Estonia and has the honour to inform that under the auspices of HE. Mr. llham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, the Ministry of Economy of Azerbaijan and Export and Investment Promotion Agency — AZPROMO, in strategic partnership with The European House —
Ambrosetti (TEHA), are organizing the first edition of the Azerbaijan International Investment Forum, taking place in Baku on September 22-23, bringing together senior policymakers, business leaders, and international investors to explore opportunities in infrastructure, energy, logistics, agribusiness, and sustainable development.
The Embassy would be grateful to the esteemed Ministry for delivery of a Concept Note for consideration by the relevant authorities and companies of the Republic of Estonia that may be interested in the Forum.
Republic of Azerbaijan avails itself of this opportunity to renew to the Affairs of the Republic of Estonia the assurances of its highest
Tallinn, 29 August 2025
1st Azerbaijan International Investment Forum
Concept Note
Dates: 22—23 September 2025 Venue: Sea Breeze Resort, Baku, Azerbaijan Theme: ‘Advancing East-West, North-South Connectivity/n a Fragmented Global Economy”
Organizers:
> Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaan > Export and Investment Promotion Agency of the Republic of Azerbaijan — AZPROMO
‘ The European House — Ambrosetti (TEHA) Organizational Support: Sea Breeze Resort Information Partner: Euronews
Purpose:
The Forum aims to showcase Azerbaijan’s investment attractiveness, strategic projects, and economic potential to the international community. It will foster dialogue on strategic connectivity, regional economic integration, sustainable development, and cross-border investment cooperation. Opening address by H.E President of the Republic of Azerbaijan is expected, underscoring the Forum’s high-level political and economic significance.
Audience:
• International and domestic investors • Global and regional CEOs • Government officials, ministers, and senior policymakers • Representatives of international organizations and think-tanks • Media and expert communities • Local companies and entrepreneurs
Program Overview — Key Topics
The 1st Azerbaijan International Investment Forum will host plenary sessions, thematic panel discussions, and parallel events over two days, providing a comprehensive platform for discussing Azerbaan’s and the broader region’s economic potential, investment priorities, and strategic role in the global economy.
1. Strategic Role of the Middle Corridor & Regional Trade Corridors
• Examination of the South Caucasus and Central Asia as pivotal regions in global trade realignments.
• The Middle Corridor’s role in connecting Europe and Asia via the Caspian and Black Seas.
• Infrastructure and energy projects as drivers of cross-regional integration.
• Positioning Azerbaijan as a natural bridge for East-West and North-South connectivity.
• Interaction between emerging regions (Gulf, Central Asia, South Caucasus) in shaping a multipolar global order.
2. Foreign Investment Policies & Long-Term Development Strategies
• Strategic policy frameworks to attract Foreign Direct Investments (FDIs). • Leveraging Special Economic Zones (SEZs), industrial parks, and innovation clusters. • Balancing short-term capital inflows with sustainable, long-term growth. • Case studies of successful public-private cooperation in investment promotion. • International best practices in fostering stable and predictable investment climates.
3. Reshaping Global Value Chains & Boosting Competitiveness
• Transition from commodity-based trade to integrated industrial value chains. • Opportunities for industrial upgrading and localization. • Digital connectivity as a competitive advantage. • The role of SMEs in enhancing resilience and adaptability in supply chains. • Diversification strategies to reduce dependency on single markets or sectors.
4. Green Transition & Renewable Energy Investment Opportunities
• Harnessing solar, wind, and hydropower potential in the Caspian region. • Cross-border interconnections to facilitate green energy exports. • Financing mechanisms for large-scale renewable projects. • Policies to meet C0P29 commitments and climate targets. • Role of public-private partnerships in accelerating the green transition.
5. Public-PrIvate Partnerships (PPPs) & Investment Financing
• Blending public capital, private investment, and sovereign wealth to maximize impact.
• Priority sectors for PPPs: transport, energy, tourism, and urban infrastructure. • The role of the Azerbaijan investment Company and Entrepreneurship
Development Fund. • Global case studies in PPP models for emerging markets. • Financing instruments to de-risk and attract foreign investors.
6. Human Capital, Skills, & Innovation
• Developing technical, digital, and entrepreneurial skills to support new industrial hubs. • Building stronger education-industry linkages. • Role of dual education systems and international academic partnerships. • Encouraging research and innovation through university-industry collaboration. • Positioning Azerbaijan as a hub for knowledge-based industries.
7. Real Estate & Urban Development
• Opportunities in large-scale urban projects such as Sea Breeze and White City. • Innovative urban planning and integrated territorial development. • Impact of real estate projects on employment, tourism, and economic growth. • International models for sustainable city development adaptable to &erbaijan. • Encouraging mixed-use developments that combine residential, commercial, and
cultural spaces.
B. Transport, Logistics, & Infrastructure
• Expanding capacity of ports, railways, and airports to support trade corridors. • Interconnectivity between North-South and East-West routes. • Logistics hubs and free trade zones as investment drivers. • Incorporating digital logistics solutions to enhance efficiency. • Case studies on reducing transit times and improving cross-border trade flows.
9. Agriculture, Agribusiness, & Food Industry
• Investment opportunities in agro-processing and food exports. • Modernizing agriculture through precision farming and smart technologies. • Government incentives for rural development. • Developing agribusiness clusters and export-oriented value chains. • Leveraging liberated territories for high-value agricultural production.
10. Sea Breeze Health Valley: Azerbaijan’s Global Gateway to Medical Excellence
• Strategic role of Sea Breeze Health Valley in advancing Azerbaijan’s healthcare, life sciences, and economic diversification agenda
• Positioning Azerbaijan as a regional hub for high-quality medical services, pharmaceutical and biotech production, and digital health solutions
• Integration of healthcare delivery, research, manufacturing, and education into a unified, globally competitive cluster, drawing on global models while adapting to the national regulatory and market context
• Mobilizing governance, policy frameworks, and multistakeholder support - from government and investors to the Sea Breeze Health Valley Management Company - to ensure international standards and move from vision to implementation
11. Post-Conflict Reconstruction & Investment in Liberated Territories
• Opportunities in infrastructure, housing, and industrial facilities in liberated territories.
• Development of smart villages and tourism projects. • Priority sectors: renewable energy, agriculture, logistics, and manufacturing. • Role of international partners in post-conflict economic recovery. • Ensuring sustainability and community integration in reconstruction efforts.
Exhibition
A dedicated exhibition space will feature thematic zones, including:
• Digital Azerbaijan and Smart Solutions • Green energy, renewable power, and climate technologies • Startups and innovation • Tourism investment • Agritech and food industry • Chemical, heavy, and light industries • Real estate and property • FinTech and e-commerce • Investment in liberated territories • Water resources and climate solutions
The exhibition will provide interactive displays, visual project presentations, and dedicated “Agora” areas for small-group discussions and pitches (up to 40 participants per session).
Expected Outcomes
• Strengthened international visibility of Azerbaijan’s investment environment • New investment partnerships in strategic and emerging sectors • Enhanced East-West and North-South connectivity discussions with actionable follow-
ups • Increased investor interest in Azerbaijan’s non-oil sectors • Promotion of regional cooperation and integration initiatives
Registration:
To participate in the Forum, please register using the official registration form:
Registration Link: https:I/azpromo. az/az/posts/i 812/1 st-azerbaiian-international-investrnent
forum