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Interest in SME Houses as an innovative model in the field of business services is increasing Additional 55 people were engaged in training within the framework of the “Karabakh SME 2026” project More than 312,000 services were provided to entrepreneurs in SME Houses in the first half of 2026 Applications of entrepreneurs were considered at KOBİA In the first half of 2026, the KOBİA Call Centre via number 131 responded to approximately 5,000 enquiries The next meeting within the framework of the "Investment Journey" project was held in the city of Aghsu Business projects that have received the "Startup" Certificate are developing More than 50 meetings with entrepreneurs were organised in the first half of 2026 Another meeting with entrepreneurs was organised in the city of Mingachevir A production enterprise for test kits and medical plastic packaging products will be established

"SMB Friend" network is expanding. 04.02.21

Another "SMB Friend" Office started its activity in Shirvan.

Starting today, micro, small and medium businesses in Shirvan and surrounding regions and potential entrepreneurs wishing to start their business can apply to Shirvan "SMB Friend" for support and services related to business activities.

Shirvan "SMB Friend" Office is located in Shirvan Youth Center.

Like other "SMB Friend" offices, Shirvan "SMB Friend" will provide on-site comprehensive state support for the establishment and development of new SMBs. To this end, entrepreneurs will be provided necessary support as part of the existing state support mechanisms and the services of the Agency (information support, consulting, legal assistance, coordination with state and private institutions, etc.), appropriate measures will be taken within the framework of the public private partnership platform to protect the interests of SMBs and solve their issues. Also, Shirvan "SMB Friend" will study entrepreneurs` development needs and proposals through surveys, and conduct monitoring to improve the support and services provided to SMBs, expanding their scope.

At present, 26 "SMB Friend" offices operate in 21 cities and districts of the country. In 2021, it is planned to open "SMB Friend" offices in Salyan, Ismayilli, Hajigabul, Sabirabad, Goychay, and other cities and districts.