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Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), in collaboration with China’s i2i Group, will host a B2B workshop and a familiarization trip as part of the China Visitor Summit (CVS) Baku 2025 from November 16 to 21, 2025. This initiative aims to strengthen tourism ties between Azerbaijan and China, while showcasing the country’s diverse tourism offerings to leading Chinese travel professionals.

On July 30th, 2025, Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) had a meeting dedicated to the relaunch of Business Events Industry Alliance (BEIA), a strategic step to position Azerbaijan as a top destination for international business events. BEIA unites key players across the sector, including leading hotels, event venues, Professional Congress Organizers (PCOs), and Destination Management Companies (DMCs). This revitalized platform is designed to attract high-profile association and corporate events, aligning with ATB’s Business Events Strategy for 2025–2026.

From 21st to the 25th of July, 2025, Azerbaijan Tourism Board hosted a familiarization trip for leading travel trade representatives from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, aimed at promoting the country’s diverse summer holiday offerings.

Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) participated at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, from July 22nd to 23rd, presenting destination’s diverse tourism offerings at the Azerbaijan Pavilion. Serving as a vibrant platform, the Pavilion invites visitors to engage with Azerbaijan’s rich culture, modern travel initiatives, and unique tourism products. 

Starting from July 23, 2025, foreign nationals will be allowed to visit the liberated territories of the Republic of Azerbaijan — including Shusha, Lachin, Aghdam, Fuzuli, Khojaly, and Khankendi — either individually by private vehicle or as part of organized groups, provided they obtain the necessary permits. This opportunity applies to foreign citizens visiting Azerbaijan for up to 90 days, as well as those with temporary or permanent residence permits in the country. 

Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB) took part in the ICCA Mediterranean Annual Chapter Meeting, which is being held in Belgrade, Serbia from July 9 to 11. The event brought together industry professionals from across the region for three days of intensive networking and knowledge exchange.