The event was attended by Azeri Deputy Premier Yagub Eyyubov, Economic Development Minister Heydar Babayev, Moldovan Prime Minister Vasile Tarlev, Moldova Commerce and Industry Chamber Chairperson Georgia Kuku and over 40 businesspeople engaged in non-oil sector in the both countries.

Yagub Eyyubov said the forum will play an important part in building relation and deepening cooperation between the two countries, APA reports.

Vasile Tarlev said his country have created great opportunities for foreign investors and businesspeople.

"Our Government attaches great importance to real economy. We plan to carry out a number of reforms in taxation system this year and this will pave the way for expansion of business ties," he said.

Chairperson of Moldova Commerce and Industry Chamber briefed the participants about investment climate and opportunities in his country.