On February 16, 2026, a meeting was held between the Alat Free Economic Zone Authority (AFEZ Authority) and the Initiative Group of the China–Azerbaijan Economic Chamber. The Chairman of the Board of the AFEZ Authority, Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, provided an overview of the Alat Free Economic Zone and its strategic role in fostering international investment and industrial development.

During the meeting, the parties exchanged views on strengthening bilateral economic ties and explored potential areas of collaboration. The Initiative Group expressed its readiness to support the AFEZ Authority by promoting the Alat Free Economic Zone within its business network and facilitating the attraction of high value-added, export-oriented companies. At the end of the meeting, both sides expressed interest in further cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

WhatsApp Image 2026-02-17 at 10.22.49 (1).jpeg

The Chairman of AFEZ Authority met with the Initiative Group of the China–Azerbaijan Economic Chamber

On February 11, 2026, a meeting was held between the Alat Free Economic Zone Authority (AFEZ Authority) and the delegation headed by the Chief Executive Officer of the German-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (AHK Azerbaijan), Ms. Nargis Wieck.

During the meeting, the Chairman of the Board of the AFEZ Authority, Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, delivered a detailed presentation on the Alat Free Economic Zone, highlighting its unique legal framework, ready-to-use on-site and off-site infrastructure, industrial land plots equipped with engineering and utility systems, a package of financial and non-financial incentives, as well as transport and logistics centers.

Ms. Wieck noted that the presentation on the Alat Free Economic Zone made a strong impression, emphasizing that the Zone’s extraterritoriality and the independence of the AFEZ Authority create favorable conditions for international business cooperation and investment. At the end of the meeting, both sides expressed interest in continuing cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

WhatsApp Image 2026-02-17 at 09.54.58.jpeg

Meeting was held between the Alat Free Economic Zone Authority and the Chief Executive Officer of AHK Azerbaijan

The Azerbaijan–Israel Business Forum was held in Baku with the support of Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy and Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and was jointly organized by the Export and Investment Promotion Agency (AZPROMO), the Embassy of Israel in Baku, the Manufacturers Association of Israel, and the Israel Export Institute.

Chairman of the Board of the Alat Free Economic Zone Authority, Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, participated in the forum and delivered a comprehensive presentation outlining the investment potential of the Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ). He highlighted the Zone’s favorable business environment, including its unique legislation, attractive fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, strategic location, and the availability of industrial land plots with fully developed infrastructure and utilities. Mr. Alasgarov invited Israeli companies to take advantage of the opportunities offered by AFEZ. The presentation on AFEZ generated considerable interest among Israeli companies.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Azerb Israel BF.jpg

Chairman of the Board of Alat Free Economic Zone Authority presented investment opportunities of AFEZ at the Azerbaijan-Israel Business Forum

On January 14, 2026, the Alat Economic Zone Authority (AFEZ Authority) hosted a meeting with the delegation of the European Union, headed by Mr. David Cullen, Head of Unit at the Directorate-General for Enlargement and the Eastern Neighbourhood (ENEST). The delegation was accompanied by H.E. Ms. Marijana Kujundžić, Ambassador and Head of Delegation of the European Union to the Republic of Azerbaijan.

During the meeting, the Chairman of the Board of the AFEZ Authority, Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, delivered a comprehensive presentation on the Alat Free Economic Zone. The presentation covered the Zone’s unique legal framework, ready-to-use on-site and off-site infrastructure, industrial land plots equipped with engineering and utility systems, as well as the package of financial and non-financial incentives available to investors. Special attention was also given to the transport and logistics infrastructure and development potential of the Zone.

The EU delegation noted that the presentation made a strong impression. Particular emphasis was placed on the Zone’s strategic transport and logistics infrastructure, including its multimodal connectivity and role as a regional logistics hub, which was highlighted as especially attractive for European companies seeking efficient access to regional and international markets. The availability of industrial land plots with ready-to-use essential infrastructure was also noted as a key factor further enhancing the Zone’s overall investment attractiveness.

At the conclusion of the meeting, the EU delegation expressed interest in continuing dialogue and exploring opportunities for further cooperation.

WhatsApp Image 2026-01-16 at 15.52.46.jpeg

The European Union Delegation visited the Alat Free Economic Zone

A delegation led by Lord John Alderdice, the United Kingdom’s Trade Envoy to Azerbaijan and Central Asia, together with Mr. Fergus Auld, Ambassador to the Republic of Azerbaijan, visited the Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ) and met with Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, Chairman of the Board of the AFEZ Authority.

During the meeting, Mr. Alasgarov presented the key advantages of AFEZ, including its unique legal framework, attractive fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, fully developed infrastructure, and strategic geographic location at the crossroads of major international transport routes.

Lord Alderdice expressed his appreciation for the favorable conditions offered by AFEZ to investors. The sides also discussed opportunities and prospects for further cooperation in attracting high value-added and export-oriented manufacturing companies from the United Kingdom to AFEZ.

a-4.jpg

A delegation led by the United Kingdom’s Trade Envoy to Azerbaijan and Central Asia visited the Alat Free Economic Zone

On December 18, 2025, a meeting was held between the delegation headed by the Minister of Economy of the Sultanate of Oman, His Excellency Said bin Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Saqri, and the Alat Economic Zone Authority (AFEZ Authority).

His Excellency Said bin Mohammed bin Ahmed Al Saqri stated that the presentation on the Alat Free Economic Zone had made a strong impression on them, emphasizing that the extraterritoriality of the Alat Free Economic Zone and the independence of the AFEZ Authority provide a solid foundation for the Zone’s successful development. He also noted that industrial land plots equipped with ready-to-use essential infrastructure are attractive to investors.

At the end of the meeting, the Omani side expressed interest in continuing cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

WhatsApp Image 2025-12-19 at 14.36.00.jpeg

A delegation headed by the Minister of Economy of the Sultanate of Oman visited the Alat Free Economic Zone

The Head of Mission of the Embassy of Chile, Mr. Juan Carlos Salazar, visited the Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ), where he met with Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, Chairman of the Board of AFEZ Authority.

During their discussion, Mr. Alasgarov highlighted the main advantages of AFEZ, such as its unique legal framework, appealing fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, comprehensive infrastructure, and strategically important location at the intersection of major international transport routes.

Mr. Salazar expressed his appreciation for the favorable conditions AFEZ provides to investors. The meeting also included an exchange of views on potential areas of collaboration and future cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

WhatsApp Image 2025-12-01 at 09.19.22.jpeg

The Head of Mission of the Embassy of Chile visited the Alat Free Economic Zone

The first meeting of the Azerbaijan–Qatar Joint Business Council was held in Doha within the framework of the 4th session of the Joint Economic, Trade, and Technical Commission between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of the State of Qatar.

The event, organized by the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA) and the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, brought together officials and business representatives from both countries. 

As part of the Business Council meeting, the Alat Free Economic Zone Authority delivered a presentation highlighting AFEZ’s strategic advantages. The presentation emphasized AFEZ’s unique legal framework, attractive fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, modern infrastructure, and its strategic location along major international transport corridors. Participants were informed about the significant opportunities AFEZ creates for investors and the potential for expanding cooperation with Qatari businesses.&nbsp;&nbsp;

05.jpg

Investment opportunities of the Alat Free Economic Zone were presented at the first Azerbaijan–Qatar Joint Business Council Meeting

WhatsApp Image 2025-11-18 at 14.53.31 (1).jpeg

Official delegation led by the Ambassador of Tajikistan visited the Alat Free Economic Zone

A delegation led by Mr. Ronen Krausz, the newly appointed Ambassador of the State of Israel to the Republic of Azerbaijan, visited the Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ) and met with Mr. Valeh Alasgarov, Chairman of the Board of the AFEZ Authority.

During the meeting, Mr. Alasgarov presented the key advantages of AFEZ, including its unique legal framework, attractive fiscal and non-fiscal incentives, fully developed infrastructure, and strategic location at the crossroads of major international trade routes.

Mr. Krausz expressed his appreciation for the favorable conditions offered by AFEZ to investors. Both sides discussed opportunities and prospects for further cooperation.&nbsp;&nbsp;

WhatsApp Image 2025-11-12 at 11.26.17.jpeg

A delegation led by Mr. Ronen Krausz, the newly appointed Ambassador of the State of Israel to the Republic of Azerbaijan visited the Alat Free Economic Zone 

Browse the latest news and developments in Alat Free Economic Zone.

Latest News - Alat Free Economic Zone – Azerbaijan

News

All personal information that you provide to us must be true, complete, and accurate, and you must notify us of any changes to such personal information.

Some information such as your Internet Protocol (IP) address and/or browser and device characteristics is collected automatically when you visit our Services.

Information automatically collected

Like many businesses, we also collect information through cookies and similar technologies.

We collect personal information that you voluntarily provide to us when you register on the Services, express an interest in obtaining information about us or our products and services, when you participate in activities on the Services, or otherwise when you contact us.

Personal information you disclose to us

We may update this privacy policy from time to time.

10. Do we make updates to this privacy policy?

You can contact us via email at office@afez.az.

11. How can you contact us?

You may request access, correction, or deletion of your personal data by emailing office@afez.az.

12. How can you review, update, or delete your data?

1. What information do we collect?

We process your information to provide, improve, and administer our Services, communicate with you, ensure security and fraud prevention, and comply with legal obligations.

2. How do we process your information?

We will never share your data with a third party under any circumstance.

3. When and with whom do we share your personal information?

We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to access or store information.

4. Do we use cookies and other tracking technologies?

Our servers are located in Azerbaijan. Your information is never shared under any circumstance.

5. Is your information transferred internationally?

We will only keep your personal information for as long as it is necessary for the purposes set out in this privacy policy, and no longer than three years.

6. How long do we keep your information?

We do not knowingly collect or market data from children under 18 years of age.

7. Do we collect information from minors?

You may have the right to access, update, or delete your personal data depending on your location.

8. What are your privacy rights?

We do not currently respond to Do-Not-Track browser signals.

9. Controls for do-not-track features

Sensitive Information

Privacy Policy

Subject

10. Privacy policy

These Terms remain in effect while you use the Site.

11. Term and termination

We may modify or discontinue the Site at any time.

12. Modifications and interruptions

These Terms are governed by AFEZ legislation.

13. Governing law

Any disputes shall be resolved by arbitration under AFEZ rules.

14. Dispute resolution

We may correct errors on the Site at any time.

15. Corrections

16. Disclaimer

We are not liable for damages arising from use of the Site.

17. Limitations of liability

You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless.

18. Indemnification

We maintain data for operational purposes only.

19. User data

These Terms of Use constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ).

1. Agreement to terms

You consent to electronic communications.

20. Electronic communications

You may contact the complaint department if needed.

21. Users and residents

These Terms constitute the entire agreement.

22. Miscellaneous

23. Contact us

Unless otherwise indicated, the Site and all content are owned or licensed by AFEZ and protected by law.

2. Intellectual property rights

By using the Site, you represent that all information you provide is accurate and lawful.

3. User representations

You may be required to register and keep your credentials confidential.

4. User registration

You may not use the Site for any unlawful or unauthorized purpose.

5. Prohibited activities

Any content submitted by users must comply with applicable laws.

6. User generated contributions

You retain ownership of your contributions but grant us rights to use them.

7. Contribution license

We do not share your data with third parties.

8. Submissions

We reserve the right to manage and restrict access to the Site.