We publish Dr. Gubad Ibadoghlu’s research exposing corruption among the Azerbaijani elites.
About the Files
Gubad Ibadoghlu published hundreds of analytical and academic papers on topics regarding human rights, corruption, energy and governance in Azerbaijan. We are updating the page continuously as we’re collecting more of his files. Please help us to publish more papers by sending them to gubadfiles@gmail.com.
The two latest uploads are found below.
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Assessing Methane Emissions Policy and Climate Commitments in Azerbaijan’s Hydrocarbon Economy
AbstractThis article examines methane emissions policy and climate commitments in Azerbaijan’s hydrocarbon-dependent economy, with particular attention to the oil and gas sector, which accounts for the overwhelming majority of the country’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Drawing on national emissions data, international climate commitments, policy documents, and independent assessments, the study evaluates Azerbaijan’s progress in methane…
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Energy, Power, and Repression: Political Economy Insights from Azerbaijan
AbstractAzerbaijan’s substantial hydrocarbon endowment, particularly in crude oil and natural gas, plays a central role in shaping both its economic structure and governance model. The hydrocarbon sector constitutes the backbone of the national economy, accounting for a dominant share of fiscal revenues, export earnings, and macroeconomic stability. However,consistent with the literature on rentier state dynamics…
“[Dr. Gubad] who is cockcrowing from abroad shut your tongue into your stomach!”
Ilham Aliyev
President and autocratic ruler of Azerbaijan