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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...

yesterday 8

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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...

wednesday 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...

30.11.2025 10

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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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Reprogramming prosperity as Azerbaijan leaps toward knowledge economy [ANALYSIS]

Globally, governments and businesses recognize AI as a key driver of economic growth. According to a report by the European Commission’s Joint...

06.11.2025 10

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Technological power defines sovereignty: President Aliyev’s vision for digital Azerbaijan

In an era defined by rapid technological competition and global digital transformation, Azerbaijan is positioning science and innovation as key...

05.11.2025 9

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Azerbaijan-China partnership enters new phase with renewable energy focus

Azerbaijan and China are strengthening their cooperation in the field of renewable energy, deepening a partnership that reflects both countries’...

04.11.2025 10

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Partnership in motion: Baku, Beijing’s vision for connected Eurasia

Operational results show significant progress. In the first nine months of 2025, ADY handled 296 block trains, including 113 transit trains,...

02.11.2025 7

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Azerbaijan unites clean energy and innovation in Alat Free Economic Zone

As Azerbaijan accelerates its green transition, the Alat Free Economic Zone (AFEZ) is rapidly positioning itself as the country’s flagship platform...

02.11.2025 9

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World Bank highlights investment potential in Azerbaijan’s non-oil sectors

Despite a decline in oil revenues, macroeconomic buffers remain substantial. State Oil Fund (SOFAZ) reserves reached $65 billion—equivalent to 88%...

01.11.2025 30

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Azerbaijan eyes EU-level hydrogen prices in drive to expand export markets [ANALYSIS]

The study concluded that Azerbaijan’s abundant offshore wind and solar potential, combined with access to depleted oil and gas fields, provides a...

01.11.2025 7

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President Aliyev’s reconstruction strategy reshapes liberated lands into engines of growth

Azerbaijan’s foremost national priority today is the comprehensive development of its ancient and historic lands - the territories of Garabagh and...

31.10.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s industrial push builds non-oil future through regional growth

Azerbaijan’s focus on industrialization and economic diversification is emerging not merely as a policy directive but as a strategic imperative. In...

30.10.2025 10

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ADB, EBRD boost green investment in Azerbaijan to drive sustainable economic transition

International financial institutions are stepping up their green investment efforts in Azerbaijan, aligning closely with the country’s strategic...

28.10.2025 10

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Economic diversification, defense spending shape Azerbaijan’s path to long-term stability

Between 2004 and 2024, Azerbaijan’s economy expanded nearly fourfold, with notable growth in the non-oil sector- a key indicator of economic...

25.10.2025 10

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Baku positions Middle Corridor as Eurasia’s new transport backbone

As global trade routes continue to shift under the weight of geopolitical uncertainty, Azerbaijan is accelerating its efforts to transform the Middle...

25.10.2025 10

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Azercosmos harnesses AI technologies to tackle climate challenges

Climate action has become a cornerstone of Azerbaijan’s national agenda, reflecting the country’s commitment to global sustainability goals....

24.10.2025 10

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President Aliyev’s visit to Kazakhstan ushers in new phase of partnership

Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan, two Caspian neighbors with deep historical, cultural, and economic ties, are accelerating their cooperation in both...

23.10.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s green energy shift redraws map from Central Asia to Europe

In an era where the global energy landscape is defined by decarbonization, supply diversification, and geopolitical rebalancing, Azerbaijan is...

22.10.2025 40

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Azerbaijan’s renewable revolution fuses post-conflict recovery with regional power ambitions

The most immediate indicator of progress is the significant increase in national electricity generation capacity. As of this year, Azerbaijan’s...

21.10.2025 20

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Expert Insights | Azerbaijan’s investment boom shifts from oil to opportunity

Azerbaijan is witnessing a notable transformation in its investment landscape. Over the first nine months of 2025, foreign investments in the...

21.10.2025 20

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Azerbaijan strengthens CIS ties while expanding EU exports amid global market shifts

Azerbaijan’s foreign trade performance continued to show resilience and strategic diversification in the first nine months of 2025, with notable...

19.10.2025 9

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Khankendi forum marks Azerbaijan’s rise as regional model for sustainable reconstruction

The 3rd National Urban Forum of Azerbaijan (NUFA3), held under the theme “Towards Climate-Resilient and Healthy Cities: Regional Partnerships and...

18.10.2025 10

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