PASHA Holding remains committed to supporting projects
implemented by ABAD (Ailə Biznesinə Asan Dəstək – Easy Support for
Family Business), including the “Quba ABAD Factory” Production
Complex and the “Sheki ABAD Ceramics and Applied Arts Center.”
ABAD was established on September 23, 2016, under the State Agency
for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of
the Republic of Azerbaijan. Its purpose is to promote active
citizen participation in the country’s socio-economic development,
foster the growth of micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises,
increase employment levels, and support the formation of
competitive family businesses.
With the support of PASHA Holding, ABAD has implemented its
largest projects: the “Quba ABAD Factory” Production Complex in
Quba and the “Sheki ABAD Ceramics and Applied Arts Center” in
Sheki.
The “Quba ABAD Factory” Production Complex, officially opened on
October 11, 2018, is housed in a building originally constructed in
1956 as a “House of Culture.” After years of use, the building had
fallen into disrepair. Thanks to major reconstruction and modern
equipment installation, the complex now serves ABAD members across
five production areas: fruit drying, dairy processing, meat
processing, confectionery, and fruit and vegetable processing.
In Sheki, the “Sheki ABAD Ceramics and Applied Arts Center” was
established to preserve Azerbaijan’s historic ceramics traditions,
safeguard the intangible cultural heritage of handicrafts, and
promote the diversity of Azerbaijani clay to the world. The center
also offers training in carpet weaving and other handicrafts and
has hosted several international events, including the
International Ceramics Symposium.
It’s also worth mentioning that until now, nearly 700 family
enterprises have received support through ABAD.
