Economy · July 2026

Azerbaijan on July 15, 2026, positioned itself as a key logistics hub between Europe and Asia, with officials highlighting its role in regional connectivity and investment opportunities. The country's export data for the first half of 2026 showed 10.1 million tons of crude oil and petroleum products, increased natural gas exports, and income from electricity exports. Priority sectors with the highest growth potential were also identified by the minister. SARIO, the Slovak investment agency, expressed readiness to assist Azerbaijani investors in implementing projects in Slovakia. Eximbanka SR signaled its readiness to support projects by Slovak and Azerbaijani firms, according to Rastislav Podhorec. The owner of Armenia's telecom provider was appointed to head the U.S. 'Trump Route' fund.