SMB

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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

Support for the implementation of sale of products and services for about 60 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs) 26.08.24

Support is provided for SMBs' participation in exhibitions and access to retail networks to increase sales opportunities.

From January to June 2024, about 60 micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (SMBs) benefited from the services offered by the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBİA) in this area, aimed at increasing sales and supporting entry into new markets.

At 4 exhibitions and fairs organized or supported by KOBİA, the special stands have been created for 38 SMBs to promote their products and services free of charge. During these exhibitions, SMBs expanded their sales opportunities by presenting their products to a broad audience and establishing new partnerships. Small and medium-sized enterprises seeking to promote their products and services and expand sales opportunities by participating in specialized exhibitions and fairs supported and organized by KOBİA in our country and abroad can apply to KOBİA electronically by filling out the relevant application form. Details: https://smb.gov.az/en/nav/support-for-participation-in-exhibitions

During this period, 24 requests have been received by Agency for support in accessing retail networks, with 21 entrepreneurs receiving assistance in sync with the rules. It is noted that under the support mechanism for accessing retail networks, 8 sales points have been established in retail networks operating in Baku. Micro and small business entities can apply on preferential terms for the organization of sales of their products in retail networks such as "Bravo", "Bolmart", “Megamart”, and "East Market". Details: https://smb.gov.az/en/nav/access-to-trade-networks-1