Exports from Azerbaijan to CIS countries exceed 1 billion dollars

Azerbaijan's exports to CIS countries rose by 18% in value during the first half of the year, exceeding $1 billion, according to the State Customs Committee.

Imports from the CIS over the same period stood at around $1.7 billion, down 44% year-on-year.

The CIS accounted for just over 6% of Azerbaijan's total exports, while imports from the Commonwealth countries accounted for more than 20% of the country's total imports.

Agricultural products, food, and chemical goods were among the main export items to CIS countries.