Discover Azerbaijan, one of the world’s most attractive countries for investment, due to rapid economic growth and excellent business opportunities.  Azerbaijan has been named as one of the top reformers in improving business regulations by the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation.

All over the world, the economic crisis has taken its toll and industrial output is falling.  However, over the last five years, Azerbaijan has had the highest rate of economic development in the world, more than doubling the size of its economy and increasing budget expenditure ten-fold.  According to the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2009, a report published by the UN, Azerbaijan will continue to have the fastest developing economy in CIS.

CONFERENCE

The Caspian International Conference on Banking and Finance is a ‘not to be missed’ event for all those interested in the industry.  It is the largest trade event for the industry in Azerbaijan, gathering senior finance professionals from all over the region and providing:

• Up-to-the-minute, innovative content, tackling the issues that matter
• A great opportunity to discover trends, learn from others’ experiences and meet with colleagues
• A B2b and B2G format, enabling delegates to find out about local and regional banking systems
• An opportunity to network with representatives from banks, financial institutions and businesses
• Information about banking within the Caspian region – a major interest for the international community
• A forum in which to build profitable new business relationships

SHOWCASE

By participating in the showcase, you will be able to introduce new products and services into the market and build your business.  Furthermore, the neutral atmosphere makes it easier to meet new contacts and develop lasting partnerships.  The showcase is the ideal place to gauge demand for new goods and monitor your competitors.

Testimonials about the 5^th Caspian International Banking and Finance Conference and Showcase

“Activities such as conferences tend to increase transparency in the financial system and provide an opportunity to exchange information between various financial organisations, particularly internationally.”

Gulcin Orgun, Director in Financial Institutions Group, Fitch Ratings

“This is a forum where all the current problems and prospects for the development of the financial sector, both within the Caspian region and throughout the world, can be discussed at a “round table”, together with professionals in the market.”

Francis Delaey, Head of Baku Resident Office, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development

“By participating both in the conference and the showcase, representatives of the banking sector had the opportunity to present their achievements to investors and foreign colleagues, whilst also discussing new means of cooperation.”

Zurab Gvasalia, President, Association Banks of Georgia

“We are very pleased to be participating in the “Banking and Finance” conference and showcase because it is one of the largest and most significant events in the financial sector of Azerbaijan and the entire Caspian region. It is useful for many organisations, has a real influence on the practices of financial institutions and helps to strengthen partnerships.”

Etibar Babashli, Deputy Chairman of the Board, AtaBank

“We believe that an event such as this gives everyone a perfect opportunity to demonstrate their activities and establish profitable contacts.”

Aydin Rahmanov, First Deputy Chairman of the Board, Standard Insurance