Azerbaijan and Russia Reinforce Economic Ties at 22nd Intergovernmental Commission Meeting

BAKU, Sept 10 (Reuters) – The "Chain Reaction 2024" conference commenced in Baku on September 10, bringing together leaders and innovators from across the technology sector. Organized by FARI Solutions in collaboration with the Center for Analysis and Coordination of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and the Innovation and Digital Development Agency, the event is supported by Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange.

The Azerbaijani government has amended its financing mechanism for higher education institutions, according to a decree issued by Prime Minister Ali Asadov on September 6. The changes update annual education costs for students in various academic levels and fields, including bachelor’s, master’s, medical, and doctoral programs, under state orders.

Azerbaijan's "Working Group on Macroeconomic Stability," established by the Cabinet of Ministers to ensure the effective implementation of measures under the nation's 2022-2026 socio-economic development strategy, met on September 9 to review progress.

The Agricultural Subsidy Council recently made a critical decision affecting Azerbaijan’s crop farming sector in 2025, particularly in light of rising fuel prices. On September 3, the Council announced new yield coefficients, seed and seedling quotas, and planting requirements for the upcoming year.