Wages of More Than 700,000 Citizens May Rise, Minimum Wage Increase Expected

Average monthly wages in Azerbaijan are approaching 1,200 manat. According to data released by the State Statistics Committee, average monthly wages across the country rose 7.2% in January to August this year compared with the same period last year, reaching 1,173 manat.

Against the backdrop of this rise in household incomes, the country's leadership is expected to take the next social step. Following a presidential instruction, the minimum wage is set to be increased next year.

The article raises the question of how raising the minimum wage will further affect average wages next year. The headline says that the wages of more than 700,000 citizens could rise.