Abdullayev added that talks are also underway with an Austrian company on localizing tomato paste and ketchup production in Azerbaijan: "This approach is based on a fully integrated cluster model, covering not only raw material production but also cotton processing in the textile industry."
He emphasized that AZPROMOchr("39")s priorities include attracting foreign direct investment into Azerbaijanchr("39")s agribusiness sector and expanding export opportunities for local producers: "These two directions complement each other. To increase competitiveness in exports, production must be integrated with processing, packaging, compliance with quality standards, logistics, and access to international markets within a unified value chain."
The director noted that Azerbaijan has long‑standing experience in exporting agricultural products to international markets, but the strategic goal is to elevate this tradition to a higher level: "Our efforts are focused on forming complete value chains inside the country through the attraction of international capital, advanced technologies, and modern management practices."
