Foreign direct investment: potential and economic impact on Azerbaijan economy

Nijat Nazarov

Diplomová práce

Anotace:

This master's thesis examines the potential of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Azerbaijan and evaluates its impact on the country's economy. Azerbaijan has been actively pursuing foreign investment to diversify its economy, promote industrial development, and reduce its dependence on oil and gas exports. The study aims to answer research questions related to the current state of FDI, the factors contributing to the success or failure of FDI initiatives, the economic impact of FDI, and the potential benefits and challenges of FDI for Azerbaijan's economy. The research employs a qualitative approach based on a literature review of academic journals, reports, and statistical databases to analyze and synthesize existing literature. The study provides insights into the factors that influence FDI inflows to Azerbaijan and the channels through which FDI affects economic growth and development.

Abstract:

This master's thesis examines the potential of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Azerbaijan and evaluates its impact on the country's economy. Azerbaijan has been actively pursuing foreign investment to diversify its economy, promote industrial development, and reduce its dependence on oil and gas exports. The study aims to answer research questions related to the current state of FDI, the factors contributing to the success or failure of FDI initiatives, the economic impact of FDI, and the potential benefits and challenges of FDI for Azerbaijan's economy. The research employs a qualitative approach based on a literature review of academic journals, reports, and statistical databases to analyze and synthesize existing literature. The study provides insights into the factors that influence FDI inflows to Azerbaijan and the channels through which FDI affects economic growth and development.

Klíčová slova

Natural resources, Azerbaijan, Foreign direct investment, Economic development

Keywords

Azerbaijan, Foreign direct investment, Economic development, Natural resources

Jazyk práce: angličtina

Datum vytvoření / odevzdání či podání práce: 19. 5. 2023

Obhajoba závěrečné práce

• Obhajoba proběhla 16. 6. 2023
• Vedoucí: Ondřej Šíma
• Oponent: Jiří Pour

Vysoká škola ekonomická v Praze

Magisterský studijní program:
Finance and Accounting