Azerbaijan Strengthens Anti-Corruption Framework with Comprehensive Legal Reforms
Azerbaijan has recently enacted significant amendments to its anti-corruption legislation, signaling a more structured approach to combating corruption within the…
Disgrace at MIT: Ramin Isayev’s MBA Revoked Amidst Widespread Misconduct
The international investigation into the fraudulent actions of Ramin Isayev (also known as Ramin Ali Hakan), former CEO of SOCAR…
The Orkhan Babazade Fraud Case: Unveiling the Depths of Corporate Deception
In a recent high-profile case that has sent shockwaves through Azerbaijan’s business community, Orkhan Babazade, a representative of Instapower company…
Former German Lawmakers Stand Trial Over Alleged Azerbaijani Bribes
In a significant development highlighting the pervasive reach of Azerbaijani corruption into European political institutions, two former German parliamentarians, Axel…
Azerbaijan’s Crackdown on Fines Corruption
In a recent session of Azerbaijan’s Milli Majlis (National Assembly), Finance Minister Samir Sharifov highlighted a significant issue: fines imposed…
COP29 in Azerbaijan: A Crucial Global Climate Summit and the Opportunists Lurking in the Shadows
As Azerbaijan prepares to host COP29, the 29th Conference of the Parties, the eyes of the world are turning toward…
Azerbaijan’s Fight Against Corruption: A New Chapter in Collaboration with UNODC
On October 18, 2024, Azerbaijan’s Prosecutor General’s Office, in collaboration with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC),…
Azerbaijan’s Seaside Boulevard Department Officials Under Investigation for Corruption
The recent corruption investigation in Azerbaijan, focused on officials within the Seaside Boulevard Department, highlights the persistence of systemic issues…
Recent Corruption Cases and Events in the Caucasus: August-September 2024
The Caucasus region, particularly Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan, has seen a series of significant corruption-related events in August 2024. These…
Corruption in the Caucasus: A Regional Analysis
Corruption remains a pervasive issue in the Caucasus region, encompassing Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. This article delves into the systemic…