ataz

ataz – the Austrian Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce – is a platform for economic, intercultural and humanitarian exchange between Austria and Azerbaijan. The purpose of the association is to strengthen the economic relationship between the two countries and to support companies in their business activities in both markets.

In doing so, ataz sees itself as a bridge-builder between two counties and regions playing a similarly important role in strategic and geopolitical terms. Austria has been the gateway to the CEE region for many years and Azerbaijan has recently become an important springboard to Central Asia.

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5.6.2026 - President Gerald Gerstbauer receives High Destinction of the Republic of Azerbaijan

The award was personally presented by H.E. Mr. Fuad Muradov, Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Gerald Gerstbauer has served as President of the Austrian-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce since 2013. In this role, he has played a key part in intensifying bilateral relations. Under his leadership, numerous business delegations to Azerbaijan have been organized and led, creating sustainable partnerships between companies from both countries. more

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The award was personally presented by H.E. Mr. Fuad Muradov, Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Gerald Gerstbauer has served as President of the Austrian-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce since 2013. In this role, he has played a key part in intensifying bilateral relations. Under his leadership, numerous business delegations to Azerbaijan have been organized and led, creating sustainable partnerships between companies from both countries.

This distinction highlights the strong recognition of his achievements by the Republic of Azerbaijan. Through his comprehensive commitment, Gerald Gerstbauer has made a significant contribution to strengthening economic cooperation and intercultural exchange between Austria and Azerbaijan.

Many thanks to the Ambassador H.E. Rovshan Sadigbayli for acknowleging the ongoing efforts of Mr. Gerstbauer as President of ataz!

20.5.2026 - ataz at European Forum Wachau

The Austrian-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (ataz) was pleased to participate in this year’s European Forum Wachau, where we had the opportunity to engage in valuable discussions with high-ranking political leaders, business executives, and international stakeholders.These exchanges further strengthened the dialogue between Austria and Azerbaijan and helped build important bridges for future economic cooperation, investment, and partnership between our two countries. more

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The Austrian-Azerbaijani Chamber of Commerce (ataz) was pleased to participate in this year’s European Forum Wachau, where we had the opportunity to engage in valuable discussions with high-ranking political leaders, business executives, and international stakeholders. These exchanges further strengthened the dialogue between Austria and Azerbaijan and helped build important bridges for future economic cooperation, investment, and partnership between our two countries.

Ataz would like to express its sincere gratitude to Rovshan Sadigbayli for his presence and support throughout the event. His participation contributed significantly to fostering closer ties and advancing bilateral relations.

We look forward to continuing our efforts to promote collaboration and create new opportunities between Austria and Azerbaijan.

18.03.2026 - ataz Board Room Talk with H.E. Rovshan Sadigbayli and former MEP Martin Engelberg

The Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Rovshan Sadigbayli and former MEP Martin Engelberg held keynotes at the latest ataz Board Room Talk on the current geopolitical situation in the CIS region. A selected round of discussed possible scenarios for the geopolitical future and security. ataz President Gerald Gerstbauer hosted the Board Room Talk and moderated the discussion round. more

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The Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Rovshan Sadigbayli and former MEP Martin Engelberg held keynotes at the latest ataz Board Room Talk on the current geopolitical situation in the CIS region. A selected round of discussed possible scenarios for the geopolitical future and security. ataz President Gerald Gerstbauer hosted the Board Room Talk and moderated the discussion round.