Azerbaijan and Microsoft signs agreement
Baku, May 27 (AZERTAC). As part of the visit of Azerbijan`s Minister of Communication and Information Technology Ali Abbasov to the United States, an agreement was signed between Azerbaijan and Microsoft Corporation.
The agreement will create opportunity for wider use of Microsoft licensed software in Azerbaijan`s state bodies.
Abbasov described the agreement as a big step forward in the development of ICT which is a priority area for Azerbaijan in the next few years. He noted the signing of the document confirms the important role of Azerbaijan in the region and its intention to further develop modern technologies, enhance human resources, and ultimately, introduce knowledge-based economics.
Robert McDowell, Vice President at Microsoft, said the agreement would open up new opportunities for Azerbaijan`s development in the years to come.
The signed agreement will foster the growth of technology awareness and expertise in Azerbaijan by highlighting the increased risks associated with non-genuine software such as malware, by setting a strong example for safeguarding the intellectual property rights in both the public and private sectors, the agreement is hoped to increase the country`s national competitiveness, which in turn could contribute to attract foreign direct investment.
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