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Azerbaijan, Jordan pursue deeper economic ties with 12 new deals in play

Tourism and air connectivity are also receiving attention. In 2025, Azerbaijani and Jordanian airlines operated direct flights between Baku and Amman,...

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Azerbaijan deepens collaboration with ADB on green projects

A flagship initiative in this regard is the Caspian Green Energy Corridor, for which ADB is providing $1.2 million in technical assistance. In April...

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SME lending expands in Azerbaijan as banks and state programs fuel non-oil growth

As of December 1, 2025, the volume of loans extended to medium-sized businesses in Azerbaijan reached 2.279 billion manat, marking a modest monthly...

31.12.2025 10

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Capacity building in assistive technology supports inclusive health [INTERVIEW]

Assistive technologies (AT) are increasingly recognized as essential tools for improving quality of life, enhancing workforce participation, and...

30.12.2025 10

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Sport, soft power, and Azerbaijan’s growing global profile [OPINION]

If a country is chosen to host global sports events and international competitions, it reflects the trust and confidence the international community...

28.12.2025 20

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China backs Azerbaijan’s Middle Corridor in push for stable Eurasian supply chains [ANALYSIS]

Trade turnover between the two countries reached $2.44 billion from January to October, marking a 21.9% increase over the same period in 2024 and...

27.12.2025 10

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S&P sees improving investment climate amid peace progress and fiscal rebalancing

One of the key drivers behind S&P’s assessment is the noticeable easing of tensions between Azerbaijan and Armenia. Progress toward a peace...

27.12.2025 10

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Post-war Garabagh as window into Azerbaijan’s centralised governance model [ANALYSIS]

The large-scale reconstruction and revitalization underway in Azerbaijan’s liberated territories vividly demonstrate the country’s growing state...

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Garabagh, textiles emerge as new investment focus for Turkish firms [INTERVIEW]

The Second Azerbaijan–Türkiye Investment Forum is being held in Baku with the joint support of Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy and Türkiye’s...

24.12.2025 10

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Türkiye seeks deeper investment ties with Azerbaijan at Baku Forum [EXCLUSIVE]

Speaking to journalists at the 2nd Azerbaijan-Turkiye Investment Forum in Baku, Turkiye’s Minister of Trade Ömer Bolat highlighted the growing...

24.12.2025 10

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Baku extends COP29 legacy with 2026 World Urban Forum hosting

Azerbaijan’s growing role as a trusted host of major international forums is not accidental. It reflects a combination of political stability,...

24.12.2025 10

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ADB backs Azerbaijan’s digital trade ambitions amid surge of Middle Corridor [ANALYSIS]

Azerbaijan has been a member of the ADB since 1999, with the bank investing around $5.6 billion in the country - $4.4 billion in the public sector and...

23.12.2025 20

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TRACECA plans Maritime Single Window initiative to enhance regional trade efficiency

Azerbaijan’s strategic location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia has steadily elevated its role as a key transit hub. The country’s modern...

21.12.2025 10

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Energy security meets climate goals in Baku-Abu Dhabi strategic partnership [ANALYSIS]

Relations between Azerbaijan and the United Arab Emirates have steadily evolved into a strong and forward-looking partnership grounded in mutual...

19.12.2025 10

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Azerbaijan advances digital trade governance with new digital logistics platform

In today’s world, it is difficult to imagine economic life without digitalization. Rapid technological progress has reshaped not only everyday...

18.12.2025 10

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SOCAR expert: Robots, drones, AI cut risk and downtime in oil and gas inspections [EXCLUSIVE]

As oil and gas assets age and safety expectations rise, the industry is turning to advanced technologies to monitor corrosion more effectively. In an...

17.12.2025 10

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SOCAR Deputy VP says integrity management is key to long-term energy security [EXCLUSIVE]

Asset integrity, corrosion management, and advanced coating technologies are essential pillars of safety and operational excellence in the global oil...

16.12.2025 10

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ADB and Azerbaijan launch new projects to boost green economy and innovation

Through the regional technical assistance initiative “Private Sector Development: Capital Market Reforms, Efficient Allocation of Resources, and...

16.12.2025 10

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Pipeline integrity in focus: New approaches applied across TANAP and STAR projects [EXCLUSIVE]

At the Asset Integrity & Corrosion Conference (AICC 2025), Azernews held an in-depth conversation with Tuartek’s Chairman of the Board, Şirzat...

14.12.2025 10

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AICC Caspian concludes with awards ceremony and strong industry commitments [PHOTOS]

The Asset Integrity & Corrosion and Coatings Conference (AICC), hosted by the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR), concluded this...

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Agroparks emerge as strategic engines of rural development in Azerbaijan

The scale of the initiative reflects its strategic nature. With 53 agroparks covering 233 thousand hectares -130 thousand of them already under...

10.12.2025 10

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Moody’s flags Azerbaijan as standout performer in cooling global banking landscape

Strong capitalisation across the sector will continue to support credit growth, shareholder distributions, and investment in innovation, particularly...

08.12.2025 10

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Solar boom reshapes Azerbaijan’s power grid as new megaprojects advance

According to the data as of October 2025, the total electricity generation capacity of Azerbaijan has reached 9,732.5 MW, marking an increase of 1,317...

06.12.2025 10

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Azerbaijan unveils AI platform in bid to become Caucasus innovation hub

It is no secret that digitalization has become an inseparable part of modern life. We are entering an era in which digital power and technological...

05.12.2025 20

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Banks seen stable as Fitch flags resilient capital buffers [ANALYIS]

According to Fitch Solutions, Azerbaijan’s GDP is expected to grow by 2.6% in 2025 and 2.4% in 2026, reflecting a slowdown due to lower oil...

04.12.2025 10

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Baku eyes new growth channels as oil market volatility rises [OPINION]

OPEC , which collectively produces about half of the world’s oil, has adopted a cautious posture. Member states have kept in place roughly 3.24...

03.12.2025 20

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Baku positions itself as regional digital hub through WTDC-25

Baku’s role as the host of the World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC) this year underscores its growing status not only as a regional...

02.12.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s non-oil exports gain pace as economic diversification deepens

Azerbaijan’s non-oil sector exports reached 2.99 billion US dollars in January–October 2025, reflecting a 6.6 percent increase from the same...

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Banking sector strengthens as capital, credit and digitalization advance

Azerbaijan’s banking sector is demonstrating renewed resilience and disciplined growth, supported by stronger capital buffers, rising credit...

30.11.2025 10

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President Aliyev places industry and innovation at centre of economic reform

Azerbaijan is taking decisive steps to reduce its traditional reliance on oil and gas revenues, recognising economic diversification as a cornerstone...

29.11.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s digital leap: How technology reshaping public services & industry [ANALYSIS]

In the era of rapid technological advancement, digitalization is no longer a luxury but a strategic necessity. The integration of digital tools and...

28.11.2025 10

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Caspian energy faces turning point as Azerbaijan sets course beyond oil dependence

Azerbaijan, located on the western shore of the Caspian Sea, has long been defined by its abundant natural resources and its pivotal role in shaping...

27.11.2025 10

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World Bank study highlights path for Azerbaijan’s shift to non-oil economy

As Azerbaijan accelerates efforts to diversify its economy and reduce its dependence on hydrocarbons, a new World Bank report offers timely insights...

26.11.2025 10

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COP29 achieves worldwide recognition for its breakthrough climate outcomes

As the international community focuses on COP30 in Belém, Brazil, comparisons with last year’s COP29 in Baku naturally arise. A minor fire incident...

23.11.2025 8

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Azerbaijan strengthens multilateral engagement as Baku hosts D-8 Media Forum

In today’s complex global landscape, small states often face the challenge of navigating international norms while advancing national interests....

22.11.2025 10

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Azerbaijan ramps up industrial investment in landmark 2026 budget

More than 17.1 billion manat, or over 41% of all government spending, is directed toward social expenditures. In practical terms, this means that...

22.11.2025 20

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Green Energy Corridor unites Azerbaijan, Central Asia in historic energy transition

As the global energy landscape undergoes a profound transformation, Azerbaijan is emerging not only as a traditional energy supplier but also as a key...

21.11.2025 10

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SOCAR makes strategic shifts, balancing upstream challenges with industrial opportunities

S&P Global Ratings anticipates a gradual decline in SOCAR’s hydrocarbon production under its current operational model. SOCAR’s 2024 production...

20.11.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s transport system becomes strategic lever in rewired Eurasian trade

Railways remain a backbone of Azerbaijan’s transit strategy. From January to October this year, 5.9 million tons of international cargo worth $2.5...

20.11.2025 30

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Azerbaijan showcases new vision for sustainable urbanization ahead of World Urban Forum

Today, reconstruction and development work in these territories is progressing rapidly. New factories are opening, residents are being provided with...

19.11.2025 10

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ADB reaffirms commitment to Azerbaijan with new Country Partnership Strategy

Since 1999, ADB has invested $5.5 billion in the country through 145 loans, grants, and technical-assistance projects, helping to modernize transport...

18.11.2025 10

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Azerbaijan joins Central Asia Consultative Meetings as full member, strengthening regional unity

Today marked a historic milestone for Azerbaijan, as the country was officially admitted as a full-fledged member of the Central Asia Consultative...

17.11.2025 10

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Baku-Tashkent ties enter new era of strategic alliance and fraternal solidarity

While states often interact primarily through economic interests on the international stage, the relationship between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan...

16.11.2025 9

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Azerbaijan and partners accelerate Middle Corridor to streamline transit

Azerbaijan is increasingly proving that its economic significance extends far beyond oil and gas. Historically positioned at the crossroads of East...

15.11.2025 10

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Central Bank forecasts controlled inflation as non-oil sector drives growth

Looking ahead to 2026, inflation is expected to ease slightly to 5.7%, driven by household consumption ( 1.11 p.p.), agricultural producer prices (...

15.11.2025 9

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Azerbaijan’s Mortgage Fund gains Fitch confidence amid strong state backing

Citizen welfare remains the central focus of the state’s socio-economic policy. As developing countries face increasing global competitiveness, the...

14.11.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s economic future lies in linking small business success to green data

According to the ASM2025 report, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) accounted for 99.7% of all registered enterprises in Azerbaijan by...

13.11.2025 10

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New Kars–Iğdır–Dilucu railway advances Zangazur Corridor vision

The railway is designed to accommodate 5.5 million passengers and 15 million tons of cargo annually, with trains capable of speeds up to 160...

13.11.2025 10

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Shifting travel trends reshape Azerbaijan’s tourism outlook

Tourism has long stood as a cornerstone of Azerbaijan’s economic diversification strategy, serving both as a vital non-oil revenue source and as a...

12.11.2025 10

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Caspian–Black Sea–Europe Corridor puts Azerbaijan at heart of Europe’s green energy future

The Green Energy Corridor originates from the Strategic Partnership Agreement on the Development and Transmission of Green Energy, signed by...

07.11.2025 10

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