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AmCham Azerbaijan Hosts April Members’ Luncheon
On April 17, 2026, AmCham Azerbaijan held its April Members’ Luncheon, bringing together a distinguished audience that included Ms. Amy Carlon, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Azerbaijan, alongside members of a U.S. trade delegation. The event served as a platform to further reinforce economic cooperation between the United States and Azerbaijan and to explore new opportunities for business engagement.
The luncheon commenced with opening remarks by AmCham Azerbaijan’s Executive Director, Mr. Zaur Karimov, who welcomed guests and shared updates on the Chamber’s ongoing initiatives and upcoming activities. He also introduced an updated organizational structure, reflecting the Chamber’s continued institutional development, and expressed appreciation to the partners and organizers of the U.S. trade mission for their collaboration.
Following this, AmCham Azerbaijan President, Mr. Dayanat Sadullayev, addressed the audience, emphasizing the importance of sustained bilateral dialogue and high-level engagement in advancing U.S.–Azerbaijan economic relations. He highlighted the role of such initiatives in encouraging investment, strengthening business ties, and unlocking new areas of cooperation. In his remarks, he warmly welcomed CDA Carlon, as well as the U.S. delegation, including Rebecca Neff, Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of State, and Sara Leming, Country Director at USTDA. He reaffirmed AmCham’s commitment to serving as a key platform for constructive dialogue between the business communities of both countries and invited Ms. Carlon to deliver her keynote remarks.
In her address, Amy Carlon expressed gratitude for the invitation and commended AmCham Azerbaijan for its continued efforts in fostering strong commercial partnerships. She noted that platforms such as the Members’ Luncheon play a crucial role in connecting stakeholders across sectors and contribute to building long-term, sustainable economic relationships.
The program also featured a presentation by Ms. Zahra Sheikh-Ahmed, Women’s Economic Empowerment Programme Specialist and Portfolio Manager for the South Caucasus at UN Women. Her remarks highlighted the growing importance of women’s economic inclusion, underscoring its relevance not only as a social objective but also as a driver of business performance and economic resilience.
The event continued with company presentations from AmCham member organizations, including Deloitte Azerbaijan, Bahar Energy Operating Company, Iteca Caspian, Project Management Office Azerbaijan, and Vitam. Representatives shared insights into their operations, recent developments, and areas of activity, contributing to knowledge exchange within the broader business community.
The luncheon concluded with a networking session, offering attendees the opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions, establish new connections, and explore potential collaborations.
The event gathered over 150 participants, including representatives of government institutions, the diplomatic corps, and senior executives from both local and international companies, further reinforcing AmCham Azerbaijan’s role as a leading platform for business dialogue and partnership.
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