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20.01.2021 January 20
January 20, 1990 is one of the most tragic dates in the history of Azerbaijan.
January 20
January 20, 1990 is one of the most tragic dates in the history of Azerbaijan.
31 years ago, over 700 civilian civilians, including women and children, were victims of unreasonable and excessive use of force, as well as the treacherous policy of the Soviet leadership. “Black January” has become a symbol of the struggle of the Azerbaijani people for independence, paving their way for freedom and sovereignty of the country. People who sacrificed their lives for the future of Azerbaijan will forever remain heroes in the memory of the people.
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26.11.2020 “Asan Imza” now can be obtained at Kapital Bank branches
Kapital Bank has presented another innovation for providing convenient service to its corporate clients; entrepreneurs and legal entities that are applying to branches for opening a bank account. Alongside with an account
“Asan Imza” now can be obtained at Kapital Bank branches
Kapital Bank has presented another innovation for providing convenient service to its corporate clients; entrepreneurs and legal entities that are applying to branches for opening a bank account. Alongside with an account opening and other innovative banking services, clients now will be able to receive “Asan Imza” – an enhanced electronic mobile signature at the Bank branches, without referring to the tax service centers or “ASAN Xidmət”.
The service is currently available in the Central, Yasamal, Ganjlik, Nasimi, Sabail and Khatai branches of Kapital Bank. In order to receive this service, a citizen must possess with a valid of Bakcell or Nar mobile number. It is important to note that “Asan Imza” electronic mobile signature holders are able to conduct online various banking transactions, and also electronically sign documents. Therefore, without visiting the bank and wasting time, Kapital Bank clients will control their accounts and perform a number of operations through the “Müştəri Bank” system.
It should also be mentioned that with the use of the “Müştəri Bank” system, one can easily and securely benefit from the following services: online account control, receipt of statements, information about orders, cashless transfers within the country and abroad, transactions conversion, business transfers, payment of salary cards, salary cards order and etc. According to the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan, “Asan Imza” is equivalent to a handwritten signature, and for that reason all procedures for user identification, secure implementation, compliance with all world cryptography standards are strictly applied for ensuring users’ interests.
Kapital Bank is the largest bank in Azerbaijan with the quantity of branches, and serves clients in 102 branches and 17 departments in the country. A pervasive accessibility to financial services for all sectors of the society regardless of location will be created with integration of “Asan Imza” service into Kapital Bank’s remote services; and most significantly, it will provide a great contribution to the security system of digital services in Azerbaijan.
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23.11.2020 Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan and “Asan Imza” were discussed at the United Nations 2020 SPECA ECONOMIC FORUM
On 18-19 November the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) along with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), and the Heads of Delegation of
Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan and “Asan Imza” were discussed at the United Nations 2020 SPECA ECONOMIC FORUM
On 18-19 November the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific (ESCAP) along with the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UNECE), and the Heads of Delegation of the United Nations Special Programme for the Economies of Central Asia (SPECA) held the 2020 SPECA ECONOMIC FORUM on “Regional Cooperation to Support Socioeconomic Recovery in the Wake of COVID-19” in virtual modality.
The ultimate objectives of SPECA are to increase economic cooperation in the SPECA region; integration of the SPECA participating countries into the world economy; and platform provision for cross-border cooperation with the prospects of achieving Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The economic crisis, caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, has severely affected societies and countries around the world, including the SPECA countries. Due to the crisis, a production break, and a huge decrease in employment and population income were observed. Along with that, self-isolation and necessary lockdown measures escalated socioeconomic challenges and substantially reduced the forecast of SDG achievements.
Representatives from the SPECA participating countries: Afghanistan, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan provided their valuable reports and presented their views related to the topic.
Mr. Vusal Gasimli – the Executive director of the Center for Economic Reforms Analysis and Communication of the Republic of Azerbaijan delivered a speech on the government’s recovery plans for two significant periods: post-COVID and post-conflict times. He brought forward the new strategic roadmaps to be carried out after the full liberation of Azerbaijani lands. Mr. Gasimli brought up the significance of the digital technologies implemented in the country: “Azerbaijan created Cross-Border Trade Facilitation and Paperless Trade infrastructure which helps inclusiveness and efficiency. The electronic Residency and mobile Residency program of the Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan allow entrepreneurs around the world to set up and run a location-independent business in Azerbaijan. These programs also allow users to access the cross-border e-services of the Digital Trade Hub through government-issued digital identities. It should be mentioned that no one is left behind from our technological strategy and the Digital Trade Hub covers all stakeholders – public and private sector entities and it has a big role for sustainable transformation.” Mr. Gasimli also noted another innovative project – azexport.az, which represents a vast digital marketplace of Azerbaijani goods and services with which Azerbaijani businesses can reach new markets and enlarge trade & export.
Another representative from Azerbaijan, Mrs. Jana Krimpe, the CEO and Founder of B.EST Solutions Company – the operator of Asan Imza and the Partner of the Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan (DTH). Mrs. Krimpe provided a comprehensive presentation on the implementation of DTH in the Session III: Cross-Border Trade Facilitation and Paperless Trade for Inclusive and Efficient Recovery. DTH represents a Public-Private Partnership Consortium between the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communications, PASHA Bank, B.EST Solutions and AzerTelecom. DTH is a hub where government and private sectors meet to create a favorable business environment for digital nomads, freelancers and entrepreneurs. The presenter stressed the impact of this project both in the region and around the world. Mrs. Krimpe emphasized that further advancement of DTH will uninterruptedly reinforce the recovery of the country during the post-COVID period with the use of digital technologies in the social, economic and financial sectors. The panelist additionally noted the m-Residency program – “We are also very proud of launching the m-Residency program, which is the first of its kind in the world, and the second virtual residency program after Estonia’s e-Residency, which presents the significant possibility to involve every single person in the world to participate in our economy.” With this program, one can run a location independent company in Azerbaijan and benefit from major banking services. Jana Krimpe also mentioned that the liberation of Azerbaijani lands from Armenian occupation will start the new era of economic growth and a significant acceleration of cross-border paperless e-trade facilitation activities.
She also mentioned the impact of the pandemic – “… during COVID-19 the amount of online transactions was significantly raised and it involved all players in the country. So, they started to quickly deliver remote onboarding services. The government reacted very fast and created a significant number of new online-services to serve people in the lockdown situation.” She also specified that Azerbaijan’s case can be a good example to other countries for its quick reaction in such emergency situations. Mrs. Krimpe stressed the fact that political will is extremely important for the facilitation of e-trade. The government’s role is vital in developing infrastructure, e-trade and & cross border services.
With respect to abovementioned facts, Ms. Sezin Sinanoglu, the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Tajikistan stated that learning about the innovative implementation of the m-Residency program will be an interesting example for other countries. “…. There is a lot of expertise and innovation going on. It is a great opportunity to learn from each other. To take a note of who has what… A very-very strong welcome for our colleague from B.EST Solutions from Azerbaijan. A cooperation directly with the private sector: they know the solutions; they have ideas and proposals for the solutions. Let’s please bring them onboard to have that dialog to know what they need to trade”.
Mr. Yann Duval, Chief, Trade Policy and Facilitation, ESCAP also provided a valuable comment regarding the Azerbaijani representative presentation – “…Azerbaijan is one of the top world performers in digital and sustainable trade facilitation.”
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20.11.2020 “Asan Imza” SIM card can now be extended with SMS
Nowadays, when a large part of the world is working remotely, it is crucial for our citizens to use simplified e-services. Another innovation was presented by B.EST Solutions company- the technical operator
“Asan Imza” SIM card can now be extended with SMS
Nowadays, when a large part of the world is working remotely, it is crucial for our citizens to use simplified e-services. Another innovation was presented by B.EST Solutions company- the technical operator of “Asan Imza” and the Digital Trade Hub partner along with the leading mobile operator “Azercell Telekom” LLC for users of the enhanced mobile electronic signature “Asan Imza”.
So, now “Asan Imza” mobile signature users who are “Azercell Telekom” LLC mobile subscribers can extend the use of their SIM card of the “Asan Imza” service with SMS message. Through online “Asan Imza” service prolongation on the taxpayers’ portal, citizens will no longer need to change their SIM card and waste time by visiting the customer service center for replacing “Asan Imza” service SIM card.
It is significant to recall that extension of the SIM-card with SMS is not enough for “Asan Imza” service prolongation, it is also necessary to prolong certificates for the next 3 years online on the single Internet portal of the taxpayer e-taxes.gov.az no later than 30 days before the expiration date of certificate. Later or after the expiration date, online prolongation procedure will not be available, and a user will need to visit the Asan Certification Services Center (ASXM) under the State Tax Service under the Ministry of Economy for certificate prolongation.
Thus, in order to prolong the “Asan Imza” service on a functioning SIM card, citizens should send an SMS to “8500” short number with the keyword:
“ferdi” for users of the “Asan Imza” service for individuals;
“biznes” for users of the “Asan Imza” service for legal entities;
“Dovlet” for users of the “Asan Imza” service for governmental entities.TDetailed instructions on SMS extension can be found here
By calling the “Asan Imza” Call Center “1847” or by writing to info@asanimza.az citizens may receive answers to their inquiries.
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17.11.2020 Online prolongation of “Asan Imza” certificates
For ensuring the utmost safe and remote business, it is significant for digital Azerbaijan to continuously provide an extensive range of electronic services for citizens. With a view to eliminating the impact
Online prolongation of “Asan Imza” certificates
For ensuring the utmost safe and remote business, it is significant for digital Azerbaijan to continuously provide an extensive range of electronic services for citizens. With a view to eliminating the impact of the coronavirus pandemic (COVID-19) on the business environment in Azerbaijan and considering users numerous appeals, the B.EST Solutions company- the technical operator of “Asan Imza” and the Digital Trade Hub partner, keeps up presenting innovations for users of enhanced mobile electronic signature “Asan Imza”.
So, now “Asan Imza” certificate users will be able to prolong their certificates for the next 3 years online on a single taxpayer Internet portal e-taxes.gov.az no later than 30 days before the expiration date of certificate. Later or after the expiration date, online prolongation procedure will not be available, and a user will need to visit the service office for certificate prolongation. A detailed instruction for online prolongation is available through this link.
It is important to note that all procedures for issuing electronic identity, which also includes “Asan Imza”, are strictly regulated by the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On electronic signatures and electronic documents” dated on March 9, 2004 and Resolution No. 27 of the Cabinet of Ministers “on the approval of some of the normative legal acts for electronic signature and electronic document in the Republic of Azerbaijan ” dated by January 28, 2006. “Asan Imza” is equivalent to a handwritten signature and hence all procedures for user identification, security, compliance with all international cryptography standards are strictly followed to ensure the interests of both users and service providers. “Asan Imza” issuance is as comprehensively regulated as the issuance of any other identification document.
More than 1000 electronic services offered by public and private organizations are available with “Asan Imza” mobile electronic signature. By means of mobile identity, one may get access to vital electronic services, such as filing electronic tax returns; online credit; declaring goods and vehicles at customs; electronically registering notifications of employment contracts; online registering for admission to institutions; applying for mortgage; social insurance; internet and mobile banking.
Thanks to the brilliant victory of the Azerbaijani army for restoration of the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan and according with the Decree of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On the organization of temporary special administration in the territories liberated from occupation of the Republic of Azerbaijan” dated by October 29, 2020, it was ordered to create regional agencies under temporary commandant’s offices of such ministries as the Ministry of Economy; Ministry of Finance; Ministry of Defense; Ministry of Transport, Communications and High Technologies and others. A complete integration of information and communication technologies in the Karabakh region is required for the well-coordinated, secure and effective implementation of tasks. The field of electronic services is an integral part for expanding the range of government responsibilities and rapid economy recovery of the liberated territories.
By calling the “Asan Imza” Call Center “1847” or by writing to info@asanimza.az citizens may receive answers to their inquiries.
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15.10.2020 Mobile residency (m-Residency) was introduced to foreign citizens
For the first time in world history, the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communications along with “Best Solutions” LLC presented mobile residency (m-Residency) in Azerbaijan for foreign citizens. PASHA Bank
Mobile residency (m-Residency) was introduced to foreign citizens
For the first time in world history, the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communications along with “Best Solutions” LLC presented mobile residency (m-Residency) in Azerbaijan for foreign citizens.
PASHA Bank employees were awarded by abovementioned organizations with special letters of appreciation for their efforts and active participation in the preparation and presentation of this program.
With m-Residency program, which is part of innovative Azerbaijan, foreigners will be able to conduct their business without risks and difficulties in this country.
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05.10.2020 Yelo Bank introduced a new Internet banking service with “Asan Imza”
Yelo Bank has introduced another innovation for corporate clients- Internet banking service. The new service has a unique and convenient design and offers a wide functionality for clients. Starting from today, the
Yelo Bank introduced a new Internet banking service with “Asan Imza”
Yelo Bank has introduced another innovation for corporate clients- Internet banking service. The new service has a unique and convenient design and offers a wide functionality for clients.
Starting from today, the clients are able to use various functions of the new service regardless of time and location, without visiting a branch.
- Service access via Asan Imza mobile electronic signature and OTP (one-time-password).
- Ability to track the dynamics graph of income and expense for a selected period for one or several accounts
- Saving templates and setting auto payments, which can significantly reduce the working time with regular counterparties
- The exchange rate reservation function allows you to get the most optimal currency purchase and sale rate
- Loan Request
- Loan and repayment schedule information
- Online card management (replenishment, blocking, unblocking)
- Salary payment. With sample, it is easy to upload a file and pay salaries to all employees with one payment.
- Adding employees with individual functionality
- Bulk payments
- Automatic distribution of statements
- Transfers abroad
- SMS notifications
- News block.
All these functionalities not only facilitate the work of companies and decrease the documentation amount, but also significantly fortify control over the accounts and operations of the company. Bank clients can register using the link (https://ibank.yelo.az/en/login). New clients can take advantage of all the benefits of Internet banking by opening an account with Yelo Bank. The project is based on Corezoid Process Engine technology and was developed by Yelo Bank in cooperation with the bank’s technology partner, Middleware (USA), the take-off of the Internet banking service is one of the bank’s significant steps towards digitalization.
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03.09.2020 Online registration with “Asan Imza” for the 5th grant competition is underway for young scientists and researchers
The Scienсe Development Foundation informed the press that the competition targets supporting fundamental, applied and innovative research programs and projects in the field of natural, exact, technical, humanitarian and social sciences, and
Online registration with “Asan Imza” for the 5th grant competition is underway for young scientists and researchers
The Scienсe Development Foundation informed the press that the competition targets supporting fundamental, applied and innovative research programs and projects in the field of natural, exact, technical, humanitarian and social sciences, and other related scientific events.
In the meantime, the Foundation aims to support temporary creative research teams for stimulating the scientific activity of young scientists and researchers employed in scientific research institutions (research institutes under ministries, government agencies, etc.) and creating additional interesting opportunities for them.
Participant registration and project proposals’ admission is carried out electronically by 7th of September at 17:00 on official website of “e-GRANT”- “Electronic Grant Project Management System” (http://e-grant.sdf.gov.az/).
The e-Grant Project Management System is based on e-government principles and requires the use of “Asan Imza” mobile electronic signature. “Asan Imza” electronic signature must be obtained by both project manager and project participants, with everyone registered and opening a “virtual personal account”. Projects are analyzed starting from the submission day and participants are informed about the results electronically.
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20.07.2020 With “Asan Imza” service Unibank provides business owners an opportunity to open an online account without visiting the bank
Aiming to facilitate business clients’ work, Unibank has launched an online service for opening bank accounts for legal entities. The service was initially available to individual entrepreneurs; currently legal entities are also
With “Asan Imza” service Unibank provides business owners an opportunity to open an online account without visiting the bank
Aiming to facilitate business clients’ work, Unibank has launched an online service for opening bank accounts for legal entities.
The service was initially available to individual entrepreneurs; currently legal entities are also able to use prescribed service. Entrepreneurs are able to open an online account from their workplaces without visiting a bank branch. After opening an online account with “Asan Imza” service, the requisites are directly sent to the business owner, and there is no necessity of visiting bank for account activation.
Unibank provides a wide range of banking products and services for business owners. Opening an online account without visiting bank; activating Internet banking and mobile banking; using an online overdraft- these services allow business owners to receive services online anytime and anywhere.
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22.05.2020 Asan Imza for “Citizen” service type will be available for free
Considering the current situation with Covid-19, it is essential to speed up the pace of development of Azerbaijan’s digital economy and provide citizens a wide access of electronic services in public and
Asan Imza for “Citizen” service type will be available for free
Considering the current situation with Covid-19, it is essential to speed up the pace of development of Azerbaijan’s digital economy and provide citizens a wide access of electronic services in public and private sectors.
With the aim to support the state’s goal of the country’s entering into the world leaders for offering digital economy’s mechanisms and forming an advantageous investment climate; introducing the latest innovations and achieving public access to these innovations, B.EST Solutions Company- the national operator of Asan Imza mobile electronic signature and partner of the Digital Trade Hub of Azerbaijan, has come to decision to provide Asan Imza enhanced mobile signature service for free to citizens (service type – Asan Imza Сitizen certificate) starting from June 22, 2020 for a 3 (three) year period. Asan Imza service will help citizens to get remote access to social insurance, pensions, social packages, an immense use of cashless payments, online loaning, notaries, etc. These steps will upsurge transparency, save time and resources, as well as protect citizens from unnecessary bureaucracy. Recall that activation of this service was paid and cost 18 AZN. It should be indicated that the cost of “Asan Imza” services for the “Business” and “Government” types remains unchanged for business entities and government workers. The monthly subscription fee remains the same for all Asan Imza user categories. It is significant to emphasize that the Asan Imza mobile electronic signature service can be provided on existing mobile number with no need of purchasing a new number.
Operating in the Azerbaijani market for over 10 years, B.EST Solutions Company continuously invests all resources into the growth of the digital economy and innovative solutions, by integrating Asan Imza service into more than 1000 electronic services on a free base throughout the whole country. All consultations for integration and support to all service providers are also delivered with no charge. The ultimate priority in announcing this decision is to ensure all citizens of Azerbaijan with the tool that acknowledges international security standards for conducting all online transactions and cashless payments while securing the highest confidentiality degree of users’ personal data and governmental information systems.
Founder and CEO of B.EST Solutions Company- Mrs Jana Krimpe mentioned: “Our company belongs to the small business category in Azerbaijan. We realize how it is significant to guarantee our citizens with the maximum accessibility of innovative services. An Azerbaijani citizen and developments for cumulating the state’s competitiveness in the world market have always been our top priorities. We are actively investing all resources into the national “Made in Azerbaijan” brand Asan Imza, which has acquired worldwide acknowledgement from international organizations and countries. By introducing free Asan Imza service to our citizens, we have also rebranded the company, which allows us the entering to a new digital phase and thereby focusing on significant access improvement to innovation for every local and foreign citizen living in the Republic of Azerbaijan. The new company logo embodies a strategy with intention to provide quality services for every Asan Imza mobile electronic signature user. Easy and innovative services for ours citizens constitute the ultimate goal of B.EST Solutions. We are deeply thankful to all our partners: the Ministry of Economy and the E-Government Development Center under the State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan for the advancement of the country’s digital infrastructure and online services; mobile operators for guaranteeing safety and compliance with the highest international standards; banks for providing the opportunity to open accounts online and other innovative services; and all providers of public and private services that deliberately work for delivering high-quality electronic services to citizens, state and business structures of the country”.
Consistent with the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Asan Imza is recognized as an enhanced electronic signature by being equivalent to a handwritten signature and conforms all international safety standards. Nowadays only e-Imza- provided by the Information and Computing Center of the Ministry of Transport, Communications and High Technologies; BSXM – electronic signature of the Central Bank; and Asan Imza – mobile electronic signature of B.EST Solutions Company jointly with the Ministry of Economy and mobile operators are equated to handwritten signatures among widely used solutions. All other mobile, cloud solutions as well as login/passwords do not possess the highest level of security and are not considered by the Law as enhanced EDS.
1847 Asan Imza Call Center continues to work in a regular mode and will provide support to any inquiry related with the Asan Imza service. Should there be any questions, one can also send email to info@asanimza.az.