Azerbaijan projects over $335M for international relations and aid

Azerbaijan, November 4. In 2027,
Azerbaijan’s expenditures related to international relations,
foreign aid, and the maintenance of trade representatives abroad
are projected to total 569.5 million manat ($335.05 million)

This was reported in the draft budget package for 2027.

According to the document, this represents an increase of 20
million manat ($11.77 million), or 3.6%, compared to the 2026
forecast.

Of the funds allocated for next year, 230 million manat ($135.31
million) will be directed toward maintaining Azerbaijan’s
diplomatic missions and consulates abroad. Funding allocated for
these purposes is 15 million manat ($8.82 million), or 7%, higher
than in 2026.

In addition, 25 million manat ($14.71 million) is earmarked for
membership dues to international and regional organizations, and 7
million manat ($4.12 million) for international activities and
other similar initiatives.

Some 224 million manat ($131.78 million) are projected to be
allocated for hosting international-level events, and 42.5 million
manat ($25 million) for paying membership dues to international
financial and credit organizations.

At the same time, 41 million manat ($24.12 million) are
earmarked for expenses related to providing foreign aid and
maintaining Azerbaijan’s trade representatives abroad.