A memorandum of understanding was signed between Azercosmos and Esri Global

Azercosmos has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Esri Global, Inc., an affiliate of Esri, the world leader in geographic information system (GIS) technology. 

The purpose of the collaboration is to explore the use of geographic information solutions in research and educational initiatives in Azerbaijan.

As mentioned in the Memorandum of Understanding, Esri has donated software licenses for the provision of GIS software to Baku Engineering University, Baku State University, and the Institute of Soil Science and Agrochemistry of the Ministry of Science and Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan. By using Esri software, students and researchers will have the opportunity to propose and visualize innovative solutions to contemporary issues such as climate change, management of water resources, food security, natural hazards, and sustainable development.

This, in turn, will contribute positively to the improvement of the local workforce in the field of GIS.