The EU is supporting SMEs through 100+ projects in the Eastern Partnership region

To support reforms undertaken by Azerbaijan to sustain economic development through (i) strengthening the institutional and administrative capacity and (ii) reinforcing the policy development of selected state institutions involved in the implementation of the Partnership Priorities.

Inclusive and sustainable growth achieved in target districts.

To strengthen the non-oil sector development by improving business climate in Azerbaijan and to support the economic diversification of the country.

The initiative aims to boost women's entrepreneurship and overall involvement in business across EaP countries by enhancing access to both financial and non-financial business development services.

The regional project, commissioned by the European Commission (EC) and undertaken by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), aims to facilitate the transition and foster sustainable and equitable economic growth models in the Eastern Partnership (EaP) countries.

The EBRD’s SME Local Currency Programme aims to develop capital markets and encourage local currency lending in the countries it invests in.

The AZTAF program offers various activities that match the four main focus areas of the EU-Azerbaijan Partnership Priorities: improving institutions and governance, boosting economic development and market access, enhancing connectivity and environmental efforts, and promoting mobility and interpersonal connections.

The primary aim is to assist the government in diversifying and revitalizing the economy following the COVID-19 pandemic, while also fostering balanced and inclusive growth in economically viable regions.