Baku:The annual CAMCA Regional Forum 2026, aimed at promoting dialogue, cooperation, and sustainable economic growth across Central Asia, Mongolia, the South Caucasus, and Afghanistan, commenced on October 1.

According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, this 12th edition of the forum brings together stakeholders from government, business, academia, civil society, and other sectors.

The CAMCA Regional Forum, established in 2014, serves as a key platform for high-level engagement and collaboration, focusing on strengthening regional ties, sharing best practices, and building strategic partnerships to tackle shared challenges and opportunities. It encourages open discussions to facilitate innovative solutions and enhance regional integration.

The forum's agenda includes topics such as economic growth, security, governance, and innovation. Since its inception, the forum has hosted over 2,000 participants and more than 560 speakers from over 40 countries.