Factory workers, cashiers, and hotel staff in Greece may soon be working longer shifts, as the country is set to become the first EU member to officially implement a 13-hour workday for the private sector.

Azerbaijan is exploring potential cooperation with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to develop public-private partnership (PPP) projects in transport, energy, water management, and social infrastructure, according to the Economy Ministry of Azerbaijan.

The COP29 Azerbaijan Operating Company is working with the private sector to expand the promotion of sustainability and climate action. In line with the COP29 Sponsorship and Partnership strategy, another meeting has been held with representatives from Azerbaijan’s private sector, building on an initiative launched in May this year to shape sustainability and environmental criteria, and align the corporate strategies of Azerbaijani companies with global sustainability targets.

By Sabina Alizade

To improve the efficiency of the Middle Corridor, it is necessary to engage with private companies in order to minimize risks and costs, said Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to the United States Khazar Ibrahim, during the 8th Trans-Caspian Forum hosted by the Caspian Policy Center (CPC) in Washington, D.C., News.az reports.