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How Donald Trump’s tariff impacts Azerbaijan’s trade with US [COMMENTARY]

U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing reciprocal tariffs on multiple countries, including Azerbaijan. Under this new...

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Steinmeier's visit to Azerbaijan marks key milestone in bilateral economic relations [COMMENTARY]

Economic relations between Germany and Azerbaijan have grown significantly. Trade turnover, which was below $1 billion in 2013, reached $2.1 billion...

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Azerbaijan expands role in Israeli energy market with offshore gas exploration deal [EXCLUSIVE]

Azerbaijan and Israel have taken a significant step in deepening their strategic energy cooperation with a new agreement granting Azerbaijan’s state...

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Northern Lights expansion: Landmark in Europe's carbon capture journey

The announcement of the Final Investment Decision (FID) for the second phase of Northern Lights by TotalEnergies, Equinor, and Shell marks a...

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Spain-Azerbaijan economic partnership grows with increased investments & trade opportunities

The economic relationship between Spain and Azerbaijan has been evolving steadily, characterized by increased foreign direct investments (FDI) and...

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Azerbaijan’s fertilizer trade: tale of growth and strategic shifts

In the first two months of 2025, Azerbaijan has seen a notable surge in its fertilizer trade, with imports reaching $10.929 million—an increase of...

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Azerbaijan's remittances from Qatar highlight shifting economic dynamics in S Caucasus

Qatar, with its burgeoning economy and deep financial reserves, has long been a crucial partner for Azerbaijan, both politically and economically....

23.03.2025 8

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Azerbaijan unveils AI strategy to drive economic and digital transformation [COMMENTARY]

Azerbaijan is taking a decisive step toward becoming a regional leader in artificial intelligence (AI) with the approval of its "Artificial...

21.03.2025 10

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Between power and peril: Armenia’s last-ditch efforts in diplomacy

Armenia’s foreign policy might be at a breaking point. Once convinced that the West would shield it from regional threats, Yerevan is now coming to...

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Danish company Maersk explores expanding multimodal solutions on Middle Corridor

Danish shipping and terminal services company Maersk is assessing opportunities to expand multimodal solutions on the Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian...

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Historic drilling project aims to revitalize Azerbaijan's oil production

Azerbaijan's mining industry witnessed a downturn in early 2025, with total production value reaching 6.51 billion manat ($3.83 billion)—a 3.5%...

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Azerbaijan ramps up exports as Europe’s gas reserves hit three-year low

Gas reserves in Europe’s underground gas storage (UGS) facilities have dropped by approximately 36%—marking the sharpest decline in more than...

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Azerbaijan's D-8 membership to solidify economic influence and trade potential [ANALYSIS]

The D-8 has long aimed to enhance trade and investment among its members, yet its internal trade remains underdeveloped. The total trade turnover...

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Peace on paper, provocation in reality: Armenia’s actions tell another story

Armenia appears to believe that a peace treaty can be signed without first fulfilling Azerbaijan’s key demands. This assumption stems from reports...

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How Russia-Ukraine peace knot reshape economies in S Caucasus?

A possible peace agreement between Russia and Ukraine is unlikely to cause immediate disruptions in the economies of Central Asia and the South...

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Non-oil exports gain momentum, strengthening Azerbaijan’s trade outlook [COMMENTARY]

Azerbaijan's foreign trade turnover saw a notable increase in January 2025, reaching $4.1 billion, according to the State Statistics Committee. Of...

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Global Baku Forum exposes reality among fractures in world order [ANALYSIS]

The 12th Global Baku Forum is currently underway in Azerbaijan’s capital, bringing together world leaders, policymakers, and experts to discuss one...

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Price of hypocrisy: European Parliament’s motives in shielding war criminals

The European Parliament has recently released a draft resolution on the so-called “unlawful detention and sham trial of Armenian hostages” in...

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Baku’s gas exports reach new heights, boosting EU's energy security [COMMENTARY]

Azerbaijan's energy sector continues to expand its reach, reinforcing its role as a key supplier of natural gas to Europe. During a joint press...

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Industrial zones lead Azerbaijan’s push for economic transformation [ANALYSIS]

Over the past five years, Azerbaijan’s non-oil and gas sector has grown by 25% in real terms, while the non-oil and gas industry has expanded by 1.6...

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South Caucasus recalibrates in new era of Washington's geopolitical shift

After ten days of Donald Trump’s wrath following the shouting match on Ukraine in the Oval Office, this historic event made countries around the...

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Azerbaijan's digital ambitions take shape with Trans-Caspian fiber optic project

The next stage of constructing the Trans-Caspian Fiber Optic Cable Line, a key component of the Digital Silk Way project, is now underway. This...

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Spanish MP sees ‘occupation’ everywhere—except when Armenia is guilty

Spanish MP Jon Iñárritu has once again emerged as an ardent propagandist for Armenia, this time advocating for the EU to support Yerevan’s bid for...

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Fitch reports stability for Azerbaijan's banking sector amidst regional challenges

Fitch Ratings has released an analysis of the South Caucasus banking sector, highlighting Azerbaijan’s financial stability despite external economic...

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Pashinyan’s game of charade makes comeback with web of delays and diversions

Once again, Nikol Pashinyan is attempting to rewrite history, portraying Armenia's obstructionism as a "constructive approach." Reading his latest...

06.03.2025 10

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Azerbaijan poised for growth with strategic investment in non-energy sectors

Azerbaijan’s economy is set for stable growth in the coming years, with international financial institutions highlighting the importance of...

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Big Mac Index highlights undervaluation of manat amid strong economic indicators

Despite The Economist’s assessment that the manat is undervalued based on the Big Mac Index, multiple economic indicators suggest its continued...

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Could Germany's new leading man save Europe and who is he?

Friedrich Merz’s long-anticipated victory in Germany’s federal election on February 23rd marked a shift in the country’s political landscape....

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US tariffs and economic slowdown shake market confidence, halting three-month rally

Oil prices edged lower on Friday, marking their first monthly decline since November, as concerns over the U.S. economy and new tariff measures...

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Azerbaijan, Guinea-Bissau steps into new era of strategic partnership [ANALYSIS]

The President of the Republic of Guinea-Bissau, Umaro Moktar Sissoko Embaló, arrived in Azerbaijan on February 27, marking yet another milestone in...

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Diplomatic maneuvering in Riyadh: Russia, US, and future of Iran’s nuclear program [COMMENTARY]

The recent Russia-US talks in Saudi Arabia marked a significant moment in international diplomacy, as they represented the first large-scale...

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bp remains key player in Azerbaijan’s energy sector, operating country's largest oil & gas projects

British energy giant bp has announced a revised strategy that includes increasing investment in oil and gas production while scaling back its...

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British mining company unveils bold expansion plans in Azerbaijan's copper and gold sector

British mining company Anglo Asian Mining Plc. is charting an ambitious course in Azerbaijan, with plans to significantly expand its copper and gold...

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Yerevan’s selective memory continues as Armenian FM tries whitewashing war crimes at UN

At the 58th session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva, Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan once again attempted to present Armenia as a...

26.02.2025 10

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Azerbaijan-Pakistan bilateral relations mark rise of new era [EXCLUSIVE]

As Pakistan and Azerbaijan continue to strengthen their strategic ties, the recent visit of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to Baku has underscored the...

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Azerbaijan strengthens its energy dominance with record-breaking oil and gas exports

Azerbaijan's oil and gas exports surged in January 2025, reinforcing the country's position as a key global energy supplier. The total export value in...

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Khankendi Sewing Factory: Symbol of Azerbaijan-Uzbekistan economic partnership

In a world where economic partnerships are increasingly defined by collaboration and shared visions, the joint initiative between Azerbaijan and...

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3+3 format back on agenda amid discrepancies between geopolitical players

Russia has reiterated its interest in advancing the "3 3" format for the South Caucasus. Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov emphasized this during...

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Azerbaijan’s firm stance dispels myths of pro-Russian allegiances

Recently, the thesis that there is no crisis in Russian-Azerbaijani relations and that all of this is just an imitation has been actively promoted in...

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Ukraine's untapped mineral wealth revealed to be far greater than anticipated

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has reportedly resisted an initial U.S. attempt to secure a controlling stake in Ukraine’s vast critical...

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Baku, Damascus explore new horizons in energy coop after diplomatic reset

After more than a decade, Azerbaijan has officially reopened its embassy in Syria—13 years to be exact, as the country descended into chaos back in...

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Azerbaijan's gold strategy comes as hedge against global fluctuations

Azerbaijan ranked as the fifth-largest gold buyer in 2024, according to the World Gold Council’s latest report. The global trend of increasing gold...

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High-stakes talks in Riyadh on Ukraine conflict and spike of concern with Kyiv's absence

Riyadh is set to host high-stakes discussions on the Ukrainian conflict, bringing together American and Russian officials. U.S. Secretary of State...

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Azerbaijan aims to leverage tourism with China to boost connectivity and trade

Azerbaijan and China have steadily expanded their cooperation across multiple sectors, with 2024 marking a turning point in their relationship. The...

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Trump-Putin-Zelensky call signals shift in global power dynamics [COMMENTARY]

The first major conversation between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin took place on February 12, lasting an hour and a...

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Azerbaijan shifts next development phase though leveraging global economic strategies [EXCLUSIVE]

As Azerbaijan continues its efforts to diversify its economy beyond natural resources, global economic strategies become increasingly relevant to its...

15.02.2025 10

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Global trade disruptions loom amid Trump’s tariff measures [COMMENTARY]

U.S. President Donald Trump's tariff policy, targeting both allies and rivals, has raised concerns about potential disruptions to the global trade...

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bp marks milestone year with major advancements in ACG, Shah Deniz, & regional energy security

bp and its co-venturers marked a significant year in 2024 with major investments, technological breakthroughs, and key production milestones across...

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Azerbaijan-Somalia relations: Path to deeper co-op with African states

Azerbaijan has lately made serious efforts to further develop relations with African countries. This can be justified both by the value Baku places on...

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Azerbaijan seeks ways to address rising meat prices amid livestock shortages

Certainly, policy interventions, such as incentives for livestock farmers, better land management, and increased domestic production are under...

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