The Turkish Scientific and Technological Research Council (TUBITAK) is planning to implement several research projects in Azerbaijan, Trend reports citing a source familiar with the matter.

According to the source, at the initial stage, the National Metrology Institute under the Council will establish 27 laboratories at the Azerbaijan Metrology Institute in 2021-2022.

"TUBITAK is interested in expanding its activities in Azerbaijan, as well as in Turkic-speaking countries," the source said.

The council, established in 1963, implements projects together with various international organizations and universities. It conducts research aimed at developing Turkey and ensuring access toscientific and technical information.