B.EST Solutions Showcases Azerbaijan’s mResidency Innovation at IOTA General Assembly Baku, June 18-19, 2025. At the 29th General Assembly of the Intra-European Organisation of Tax Administrations (IOTA), held in Baku on June 18, B.EST Solutions unveiled its groundbreaking mResidency project — a next-generation platform built on Asan Imza, Azerbaijan’s secure qualified mobile digital signature technology.
The event brought together representatives from over 40 IOTA member countries, alongside international institutions and digital transformation experts. Within the innovation track, B.EST Solutions highlighted how mResidency empowers foreign entrepreneurs and investors to access Azerbaijan’s e-government services remotely and securely, eliminating the need for physical presence and reducing barriers to entry for global business.
The presentation was delivered by Fuad Malikov, Head of Project Operations at B.EST Solutions, to Mr. Orkhan Nazarli, Head of the State Tax Service under the Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Azerbaijan. Mr. Malikov emphasized that mResidency is not only a leap forward in digital identity but a strategic tool to boost Azerbaijan’s attractiveness as a destination for international investment and cross-border operations.
Azerbaijan’s State Tax Service plays a pivotal role in creating a dynamic, transparent, and investor-friendly business environment. Through a series of innovations — including full digitalization of taxpayer services, AI-driven decision support tools, streamlined online business registration, and integrated payment platforms — the Tax Service has become a central actor in simplifying procedures for both local entrepreneurs and global investors.
These reforms have made it easier than ever to start and manage a business remotely, aligning Azerbaijan with global best practices and reinforcing its vision of becoming a leading hub for digital economy and smart governance.
The Asan Imza stand stood alongside global tech giants like Microsoft, Mastercard, NetCompany, Fast Enterprises, and others, underscoring Azerbaijan’s growing prominence in secure mobile identity and digital governance.
B.EST Solutions, as the national operator of Asan Imza, reaffirms its commitment to advancing a secure, inclusive, and internationally connected digital society in line with the country’s long-term innovation strategy.
🔹 mResidency is implemented under a Presidential Decree as part of Azerbaijan’s strategic digital development agenda, under the leadership of the Center for Communication and Analysis of Economic Reforms — a key body driving national innovation and global competitiveness.
Throughout June 18–19, the IOTA technical session featured presentations and discussions on topics such as digital transformation in tax administration, the role of artificial intelligence, taxpayer service improvements, and cross-border collaboration. Member states participated in an innovation exhibition, where they showcase advanced solutions in areas like risk management, HR, communication, and digital infrastructure.
