The population of Azerbaijan is about 10 million people. Azerbaijan’s economy is oil-dependent but has diversified in recent years with growth in sectors like agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing. The official language is Azerbaijani, but Russian is commonly spoken in major cities.

Healthcare spending accounts for about 8-10% of the national budget. The pharmaceutical market is valued at approximately $1 billion, with a large portion of the market being covered by imports, particularly from Russia and Turkey.

Importation of medicines and medical devices requires state registration and certification by authorized bodies.

Competent authorities:

• Ministry of Health of the Republic of Azerbaijan: Oversees public health regulations and policies.
  Website: http://www.health.gov.az/
• State Agency for Medicines: Responsible for state registration of medicines and medical devices.
  Website: https://pharmacy.az/

Main legislative acts:

1. Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On Pharmaceuticals” No. 1130-IIIQ, dated December 16, 2005.
2. Decree No. 353 dated December 30, 2015, “On Approval of the Rules for Registration and Control of Medicines.”