Search

Begin New Search Political Geography Caspian Sea Publishing Institution Center for Economic and Social Development (CESD)

1. Assessment of the role of Caspian Basin in reducing of EU's oil dependence in the light of Russian Ukraine War

Author:
CESD Research Team
Publication Date:
09-2022
Content Type:
Policy Brief
Institution:
Center for Economic and Social Development (CESD)
Abstract:
In the background of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, European Union (EU) agreed to ban the overwhelming majority of Russian oil imports. Since the beginning of the invasion, the West decided to make Moscow pay economically for its aggression. Nevertheless, the decision aimed at the energy sector was quite challenging since the bloc relies on Russia for 25% of its oil and 40% of its natural gas.
Topic:
Oil, European Union, Imports, Russia-Ukraine War, and Energy Sector
Political Geography:
Russia, Europe, Ukraine, and Caspian Sea

2. Assessment of Impact of COVID-19 on SMEs in Azerbaijan: Consequences and Perspectives

Author:
Narmina Gasimova
Publication Date:
07-2022
Content Type:
Working Paper
Institution:
Center for Economic and Social Development (CESD)
Abstract:
COVID-19 had a considerable negative impact on the economy of Azerbaijan, with SMEs being one of the major victims from the economic perspective. Economic sectors were affected to a different extent by the pandemic and lockdown measures. As a result of lockdown measures, many SMEs closed their operations with their employers not being paid or left without pay. Although the government provided essential support to small and medium-sized businesses, the share of closed businesses was high. Over two years since the beginning of the pandemic, a measures toward the improvement of the business environment was done. The share of operating and newly created SMEs increased along with legislative incentives adopted for their development.
Topic:
Economy, Public Health, COVID-19, and Lockdown Policies
Political Geography:
Azerbaijan and Caspian Sea