Investment opportunities in Azerbaijan discussed with Japanese manufacturer

Azerbaijan has held discussions with Japan Tobacco International regarding potential investments in social investment projects within the country, according to Report.

Azerbaijan's Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov said on X that he met with company's CEO, Eddy Pirard.

"Our discussions focused on the company's operations in Azerbaijan, the legislative framework governing tobacco product manufacturing and the application of excise duties, as well as potential opportunities for the company to participate in social investment projects in our country," the minister said.

We held a meeting with Eddy Pirard, CEO of "Japan Tobacco International" (@JTI_global) company of Switzerland. Our discussions focused on the company’s operations in #Azerbaijan, the legislative framework governing tobacco product manufacturing and the application of excise… pic.twitter.com/za8dSn9OtN

— Mikayil Jabbarov (@MikayilJabbarov) May 6, 2025