Number: RS22977 Title: Azerbaijan's October 2008 Presidential Election: Outcome and Implications Authors: Jim Nichol, Foreign Affairs, Defense, and Trade Division Abstract: This report discusses the win by incumbent Ilkham Aliyev in Azerbaijan's October 15, 2008, presidential election. It describes the campaign and results, and examines implications for Azerbaijani and U.S. interests. Pages: 6 Date: October 27, 2008