Azerbaijan Economic Council discusses tourism and mining development programs

A meeting of the Economic Council was held under the chairmanship of Azerbaijani Prime Minister Ali Asadov, Report informs, citing the Cabinet of Ministers.

The meeting agenda included discussions on the draft "State Program on the Development of Tourism in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2026-2030," including tourism development prospects and key priority measures.

The council also reviewed the draft program on "Development of the Mining and Metallurgical Industry: Current Situation and Prospects Until 2030," as well as other current economic issues.

During the meeting, a detailed presentation on the first agenda item was delivered by Fuad Naghiyev, Chairman of the State Tourism Agency, while Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov presented the second item.

Members of the Economic Council and invited participants shared their views on the issues discussed.

At the conclusion of the meeting, decisions were made to submit drafts of both state programs discussed on the agenda to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and relevant instructions were issued to the concerned authorities.