Baku: The Milli Majlis has approved an increase in the needs criterion to 300 manats for the year 2026, aiming to enhance targeted state social assistance. This adjustment is part of the draft law titled ‘On the subsistence (needs) criterion for 2026 of the Republic of Azerbaijan,’ which was deliberated during today’s session of the Milli Majlis.
According to Azeri-Press news agency, the newly approved criterion reflects a 15-manat increase from the previous year. The adjustment is designed to support individuals requiring state social assistance, ensuring that the subsistence level is adequately addressed. After thorough discussions, the draft was put to a vote and successfully adopted in the third reading.
This legislative move underscores Azerbaijan’s commitment to adjusting social assistance measures in response to economic conditions, aiming to better serve its population in need.