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Azerbaijani Entrepreneurs Present Their Products at “WorldFood Istanbul 2025” 03.09.25

At the national stand, Azerbaijan’s favorable business and investment environment, mechanisms for supporting entrepreneurs, and business opportunities are also being showcased to visitors.

The 33rd International Food Products and Technologies Exhibition - “WorldFood Istanbul 2025” - is taking place from 2-5 September at the TUYAP Exhibition and Congress Center in Istanbul, Turkiye. With the support of the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (KOBIA), Azerbaijani companies are participating in the exhibition, presenting their products and services.

At the unified national stand organized by KOBIA, Azerbaijan’s food products - including honey, dried fruits and nuts, confectionery, oils, fruit and vegetable pastes, and more - are on display, with information provided to visitors about their production technologies. The stand also features the Azerbaijani brand InterFood Azerbaijan, an international food industry exhibition recognized among the world’s leading events. Information is presented on the upcoming InterFood Azerbaijan exhibition, scheduled for 5 - 8 May 2026, organized by Caspian Event Organisers in partnership with Caspian Event Management and ICA Events, highlighting its potential and cooperation opportunities for prospective participants.

The stand also serves to promote Azerbaijan’s favorable business and investment climate: visitors are informed about the support mechanisms available to entrepreneurs, including those provided by KOBIA, and are offered a variety of printed materials.

In addition, the exhibition provides Azerbaijani entrepreneurs with opportunities to hold meetings with business representatives from different countries, discuss new cooperation and export prospects, and establish international connections at the national stand.

It should be noted that the annual WorldFood Istanbul exhibition is one of the region’s most prestigious international food industry fairs. This year, it has brought together more than 900 companies from nearly 100 countries.