Azerbaijan’s focus on industrialization and economic diversification is emerging not merely as a policy directive but as a strategic imperative. In the face of volatile global oil prices, the country is investing heavily in non-oil sectors to ensure sustainable economic growth while positioning itself as a regional hub for high-value manufacturing. The recent visits of President Ilham Aliyev to industrial facilities in the Sabirabad and Imishli districts underscore the government’s commitment to translating policy into tangible economic outcomes.

To date, Azerbaijan has established nine industrial parks and four industrial districts, providing a comprehensive infrastructure platform for a growing manufacturing base. The Sabirabad Industrial District, established in 2017, spans 20.3 hectares and hosts eight registered residents, generating over 100 jobs with a cumulative investment of more than 10 million manats. These facilities collectively demonstrate how state-led industrialization can catalyze private sector growth, promote regional development, and create employment opportunities.

During his October 28 visit, President Aliyev inspected a series of........

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