BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 22. Decree “On providing one-time financial assistance to
low-income families” signed by President of the Republic of
Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev will cover 76,000 low-income families,
Trend reports via
the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection of Population.
The decree stipulates the provision of a one-time financial
grant of 200 manat (approximately $118) to each family currently
benefiting from targeted state social assistance, timed to coincide
with World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and the New Year holiday,
effective from December 30, 2025.
As outlined in the document, a total of 15.3 million manat
(around $9 million) has been earmarked for the implementation of
this initiative.
This decree is set to benefit 76,000 families, comprising
335,200 individuals, who are presently receiving targeted social
assistance, offering them one-time financial relief to support
their holiday expenses.
The Ministry of Labour and Social Protection will directly
deposit this assistance into the accounts of the eligible
families.
The targeted social assistance program plays a pivotal role in
alleviating financial strain for low-income households. Since 2018,
the average monthly aid has increased by a substantial 2.4 times,
now reaching 425 manat (approximately $250). Moreover, the income
threshold for eligibility has risen by 2.2 times during this
period, reaching 285 manat (roughly $168), and is set to rise
further to 300 manat (around $176) in the upcoming year.