The NATO DEEP eAcademy team of experts conducted a scoping event in the capital of Azerbaijan on 22–23 October 2025. The activity has been organised within the framework of the ADL capacity building process, with the special purpose of meeting with AZE representatives and discussing current ADL conditions, identifying opportunities, and formulating recommendations regarding the establishment of an ADL Centre as the structure linking all Azerbaijani HMES entities.
During the series of meetings in Baku, eight representatives from various AZE HMES participated. Discussions focused on existing digital learning capabilities, institutional needs, and potential areas for collaboration to strengthen ADL IT infrastructure and the best practices within the Azerbaijani HMES system. Based on the agreed points, the AZE ADL Roadmap will be drafted to harmonise the ADL capacity building efforts for 2026 and beyond.