Ali Asadov: Extra AZN 750 million envisaged for salary increase

16:21 - 17.03.2023


March 17, Fineko/abc.az. A range of important decisions were taken in the direction of strengthening social protection of the population, related to increasing wages, labor pensions, social benefits and pensions, in particular, social benefits of the low-income class.

ABC.AZ reports that Prime Minister Ali Asadov stated about this during the Milli Majlis discussion of Cabinet Ministers’ activity report for 2022.

He noted that since the beginning of 2023 the president has continued social reforms, including social growth.

"In general, in 2023, additional AZN 750 million are stipulated for new wage increases and social benefits. This year, the allowances will affect 1.9 million citizens of Azerbaijan," the PM added.

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