The Center of Analysis of International Relations (AIR Center) is a public legal entity established by Decree No. 515 of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, dated February 6, 2019. The Chairman of the Board of the Center of Analysis of International Relations is Dr. Farid Shafiyev. He was appointed the Chairman of the AIR Center on 19 February 2019.
The Center’s primary goals are to analyze key international processes that affect both Azerbaijan and the rest of the world, to produce comprehensive research materials and reports on global issues, to expand studies on Azerbaijan, examine processes in the South Caucasus region, and examine security-related issues. Additionally, the Center aims to strengthen Azerbaijan’s position in the international community and contributes to reports for political and academic organizations. The Center acts as a platform where local and foreign analytical centers can regularly explore solutions to a wide range of international issues affecting Azerbaijan and the world more generally.
The aim of the Center is to create and distribute knowledge, exchange ideas and information, and forge alliances with foreign think tanks, universities, and international organizations. In addition to providing opportunities for doing research in Azerbaijan, the Center of Analysis of International Relations accepts interns and provides scholarships. In addition to conducting research and creating analytical materials and bulletins, the AIR Center arranges round tables, seminars, and conferences.
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