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Training events are being conducted within the framework of the Business Partnership Programme 35 "Startup" Certificates have been issued during the elapsed period of the current year For the attention of entrepreneurs operating in the Gabala and Ismayilli Districts! 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

Zagatala-Balakan SMB Development Center started operating 17.07.21

On July 16, the Small and Medium Business Development Center (SMBDC) was launched in the Zagatala region. At the event attended by entrepreneurs operating in the region and those wishing to start their business, information was provided on the SMB Development Center’s activity, support, and services rendered to entrepreneurs, and their questions of interest were answered.

The Center, which is part of the Small and Medium Business Development Agency (SMBDA) under the Ministry of Economy, will provide business-oriented training and consulting services to those wishing to start their business and SMBs operating in Zagatala, Balakan, Gakh, and other surrounding areas. The Center will also systematically work to raise awareness of the regional SMBs about existing entrepreneurship support and services and innovations in this area. By contacting the Center, entrepreneurs will be able to access financial resources and receive information on the available government support and alternative financing mechanisms. Professional experts of the Small and Medium Business Development Center will assist entrepreneurs in developing business plans. The Center will provide support in enhancing the sales opportunities for SMBs through training on relevant topics and individual or group consulting services.

All services provided by the Zagatala-Balakan SMB Development Center are free of charge.

SMBDA invites micro, small, and medium entrepreneurs, as well as those wishing to start their own business in Zagatala and the surrounding regions, to benefit from the services of the Small and Medium Business Development Center.

Work is underway on improving the business knowledge and skills of SMBs and providing them with easy access to the training and consulting services they need.