The goal of this USAID strategy is an enhanced enduring partnership with Azerbaijan that advances the country’s development progress. The partnership is adapted to the country’s unique socio-economic situation, incorporating U.S. objectives for Azerbaijan’s journey to self-reliance. Over the course of the strategy period, USAID will seek to support the Azerbaijani government’s (GOAZ) engagement with citizens, particularly the most vulnerable; assist the government to create a more diverse and durable economy; and utilize a development dialogue approach to establish the basis for a long-term partnership that serves Azerbaijani and U.S. national interests. With respect to the four pillars in the National Security Strategy , the present document presents an approach designed to protect the homeland, the 1 American people, and the American way of life, promote American prosperity, and advance American influence.