The United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC)

05/22/2026

Today, on International Day for Biological Diversity, sturgeon juveniles were released into the wild in the Caspian Sea. Natig Bakhishov, USACC Executive Director attended the release ceremony in the Neftchala district, a region widely recognized for its rich fishery and aquaculture traditions.

Our team also visited Azerbaijan Fish Farm’s sturgeon facility. The company’s use of advanced technologies and sustainable farming protocols helps ensure the protection and growth of sturgeon populations in the Caspian basin.

The release ceremony, co-organized by the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Azerbaijan and private fish farms, stands as an excellent example of public-private partnership contributing to the preservation and restoration of Ponto-Caspian sturgeon species.

05/19/2026

The United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC), in collaboration with CRDF Global and the Azerbaijan Banks Association / Azərbaycan Banklar Assosiasiyası-ABA, successfully concluded a two-day advanced program on sanctions compliance and financial risk management for Azerbaijani banks and financial institutions. The program was supported by the Department of State, Office of Cooperative Threat Reduction.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all participating banks, as well as their legal and compliance officers, for their insightful contributions and active engagement throughout the program.

We are especially grateful to Ms. Amy Carlon, Chargé d’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy Baku / ABŞ-nin Azərbaycandakı Səfirliyi, and Mr. Toghrul Aliyev, Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan, for their support and valuable remarks.

Azərbaycan Respublikasının Mərkəzi Bankı

04/03/2026

Some time has passed since we celebrated USACC’s 30th Anniversary, but the memories and momentum remain strong.

As we look back, this video collage is more than a recap - it's a reflection of the partnerships we've built, the ideas we've exchanged, and the shared vision that has guided three decades of collaboration.

We are grateful to everyone who was part of this milestone celebration. We extend our special thanks to our distinguished speakers, whose insights and perspectives will help shape the next chapter of U.S.- trade and business relations.

03/18/2026

By decision of the Board of Directors of the United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC), the following distinguished individuals were honored with USACC Awards on the occasion of the Chamber’s 30th Anniversary:

Elnur Aliyev, First Deputy Minister of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, was presented with the USACC “Leadership Award” in recognition of his outstanding contributions to U.S.-Azerbaijan economic relations.

Jeffrey Kessler, Under Secretary for Industry and Security at the U.S. Department of Commerce, was awarded the USACC “Leadership Award” for his distinguished leadership in promoting international trade and strengthening economic cooperation between the United States and its strategic partners.

H.E. Khazar Ibrahim, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States of America, received the USACC “Ambassadorial Excellence Award” in recognition of his distinguished service and leadership in advancing U.S.-Azerbaijan relations.

Vinay Chawla, Special Envoy for Peace Missions at the U.S. Department of State, was presented with the USACC “Executive Leadership Award” for his outstanding leadership in advancing international peace and cooperation.

Evan Johnson, International Trade Specialist at the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, was presented with the USACC “Corporate Excellence Award” in recognition of his long-standing partnership, exceptional leadership, and dedicated support in advancing U.S.-Azerbaijan trade, investment, and economic cooperation.

USACC congratulates all award recipients on the occasion of its 30th Anniversary and commends their valuable contributions to strengthening U.S.-Azerbaijan relations, as well as advancing U.S. commercial and economic engagement.

For more photos please, visit our gallery here:
https://www.usacc.org/event-photo/14-10-2025-26/

Embassy of Azerbaijan, Washington, D.C., International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce

03/12/2026

We are pleased to share the press release issued by the International Trade Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce highlighting U.S. commercial engagement in the South Caucasus under the leadership of Donald Trump.

The release features perspectives from the Executive Director of the U.S.-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce, as well as the Ambassadors of and to the United States, and the leadership of the America- Uzbekistan Chamber of Commerce.

Read their views and insights at the link below:

https://www.trade.gov/press-release/what-are-they-saying-new-era-south-caucasus-commerce-thanks-president-trumps

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03/12/2026

The United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce marked its 30th anniversary with a high-level conference in Washington, D.C., bringing together senior officials, industry leaders, and policy experts to celebrate three decades of strengthening U.S.-Azerbaijan economic partnership.

Distinguished speakers included Jeffrey Kessler, Under Secretary for Industry and Security at the U.S. Department of Commerce; Khazar Ibrahim, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the United States, Elnur Aliyev, First Deputy Minister of Economy of the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Bill Guidera, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Commerce, Reggie Singh, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Orkhan Zeynalov, Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Samad Seyidov, member of Milli Majlis (Parliament) of Azerbaijan and Rovshan Najaf, President of SOCAR.

Discussions focused on technology, energy and infrastructure, and financial sector collaboration, highlighting new opportunities for bilateral cooperation. Leading companies, including AECOM, Bechtel, Honeywell, Visa, SOCAR, and NEQSOL Holding, contributed to the discussions.

For more photos from the event, please click the following link:
https://www.usacc.org/event-photo/14-10-2025-26/

International Trade Administration, U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), Export-Import Bank of the United States, U.S. Department of Commerce, SOCAR, Embassy of Azerbaijan, Washington, D.C.

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03/11/2026

USACC’s 30th Anniversary Conference brought together U.S. and Azerbaijani government officials, business leaders, and thought leaders. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the conference.

01/12/2026

USACC is pleased to welcome the Baku Stock Exchange (BSE) as a new Sustaining Member of the Chamber.

Established in 1997, the BSE is Azerbaijan’s primary securities marketplace, providing a regulated platform for trading equities, government and corporate bonds, and money-market instruments. The BSE plays a critical role in supporting capital formation, debt financing, and the broader development of Azerbaijan’s financial markets.

For U.S. and global investors, the exchange serves as an important gateway to Azerbaijan’s capital markets, offering exposure to sovereign and corporate debt in a resource-rich economy with a steadily expanding capital-market infrastructure.

As market depth and issuance continue to grow, BSE’s role in connecting issuers with long-term capital and strengthening financial market resilience becomes increasingly significant. USACC looks forward to working closely with the Baku Stock Exchange to advance bilateral financial cooperation and investment opportunities.

We welcome BSE to the USACC community and look forward to a productive partnership ahead.

01/06/2026

USACC Executive Director Natig Bakhishov spoke with Trend News Agency on the role of the TRIPP in advancing regional connectivity and strengthening regional economic cooperation.

BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 5. The Trump Route for Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) is expected to generate opportunities not only for large corporations, but also small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) from the U.S., Natig Bakhishov, Executive Director of the United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commer...

12/22/2025

Last week, the United States-Azerbaijan Chamber of Commerce (USACC) convened a high-level Ambassadorial Roundtable highlighting the Trump Route for International Peace and Prosperity (TRIPP) as a cornerstone of the United States’ renewed Eurasian connectivity strategy.

Ambassadors from the South Caucasus and Central Asia, senior U.S. government officials, and leading American companies came together to examine how TRIPP can:
✔️Strengthen regional connectivity along the Middle Corridor
✔️Anchor long-term U.S. economic engagement
✔️Translate peace into sustainable, market-driven prosperity

The discussion underscored TRIPP’s unique public–private, business-led model, with active participation from U.S. institutions and companies exploring investment and infrastructure opportunities.

USACC remains committed to advancing dialogue between governments, U.S. agencies, and the private sector to ensure TRIPP delivers lasting economic impact across the Middle Corridor.

Read the full Press Release at the link below 👇
https://usacc.org/press-releases/21-12-2025-1766360755/

To explore more pictures from the event, please click the link below 👇
https://usacc.org/event-album-photo/22-12-2025-1766384559/

Embassy of Azerbaijan, Washington, D.C., U.S. Embassy Baku / ABŞ-nin Azərbaycandakı Səfirliyi, International Trade Administration

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