UAE-Azerbaijan Economic Partnership Enters into Force

The United Arab Emirates (UAE)-Azerbaijan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) has taken effect, boosting trade and investment between both countries.

What does “entering into force” mean?

▪️Reduction or elimination of customs duties  
▪️ Easier market access for goods and services  
▪️ Stronger support for companies, SMEs, and entrepreneurs 

The result: Quicker trade, reduced expenses and new investment opportunities across borders.

Why Azerbaijan?

▪️ Geographical advantage connecting both Europe and Asia
● A promising market with significant growth potential
▪️ Its first CEPA covering the services sector

Significant opportunities available within: Finance, Construction, Consulting

A relationship built on momentum:

▪️ The volume of bilateral trade was at 2.2bn USD in 2025
▪️ UAE investment in Azerbaijan has reached over 1 billion dollars

The bigger picture:

UAE globally has signed 37 Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements. With Azerbaijan, 15 of these are now fully cashed in and delivering results.
That is the way to create a globally connected, resilient and future-proof economy.” One agreement at a time, one step at a time.