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Travel revenues push services balance to surplus

Azerbaijan’s tourism sector is emerging as a rare bright spot in the country’s broader services trade, posting a $194 million surplus in the first...

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Diversification push transforms Azerbaijan into more sustainable economy

Notably, agricultural exports reached $614.4 million, a 28.2% increase, while agro-industrial products totaled $209.5 million, up 4.7%. Together, they...

15.09.2025 10

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SOCAR Green launches hybrid renewable project to drive Azerbaijan’s decarbonization goals

As climate change accelerates and global pressure mounts for decarbonization, Azerbaijan’s energy giant SOCAR is taking tangible steps to reduce its...

14.09.2025 10

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Middle Corridor evolves from trade route to green energy lifeline for Eurasia [INTERVIEW]

As global supply chains shift and energy security climbs to the top of national agendas, Azerbaijan emerges as a critical transit country in Eurasia....

13.09.2025 30

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Azerbaijan turns water into strategic asset amid climate crisis

In today's world, water is no longer just a natural resource; it has become a critical element of national security, economic development, and climate...

12.09.2025 20

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Azerbaijan steps into CICA chairmanship with strategic vision

The 13th Meeting of the Think Tank Forum of the Conference on Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures in Asia (CICA), held recently in Baku,...

11.09.2025 10

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Zangezur Corridor connects East-West, North-South routes with 15 million-ton freight boost

According to forecasts from the World Bank, the EBRD, and the OECD, freight along the Middle Corridor is expected to reach 11 million tons by 2030,...

10.09.2025 20

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Cyber intrusions in S Caucasus: Azerbaijan at frontline of hybrid conflict [ANALYSIS]

In today’s hyperconnected world, cyberattacks have become one of the most significant challenges facing nations globally, and Azerbaijan is no...

07.09.2025 10

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Azerbaijan sets benchmark with BESS megaproject in S Caucasus [ANALYSIS]

Currently under construction by AzerEnergy, the national electricity operator, the Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project will have a total...

06.09.2025 10

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Baku’s strategic investments set stage for 6 GW renewable boom by 2030

According to Moody’s, Baku’s initiatives are not merely symbolic, but they are backed by tangible infrastructure. The country is expected to...

05.09.2025 10

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Azerbaijan expands non-oil economic ambitions amid strategic ties with China

For over a decade, the Azerbaijani government has identified the diversification of its economy as a top national priority. While oil and gas have...

04.09.2025 10

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Baku, Beijing redefine Eurasia’s energy and connectivity future

In a world shaped by shifting power dynamics, energy transitions, and new logistics routes, Azerbaijan-China relations are emerging as a strategically...

03.09.2025 20

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Azerbaijan’s non-oil exports: regional hubs and global reach

Exports of agricultural products increased by 27.9%, reaching $551.4 million, while agro-industrial products rose 7.3%, totaling $178.8 million....

02.09.2025 10

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OTS emerges as strategic powerhouse, anchored by Azerbaijan

The Organization of Turkic States (OTS) is increasingly positioning itself as a significant geopolitical and economic actor in the Eurasian region....

31.08.2025 10

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Azerbaijan and Gulf: Strategic energy partnerships driving green and interconnected future

Azerbaijan’s deepening economic and strategic ties with the Gulf countries mark a significant evolution in the South Caucasus nation’s foreign...

30.08.2025 10

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Zangazur Corridor as geopolitical multiplier to link East-West and North-South trade

In a recent interview with Saudi Arabia’s Al Arabiya TV, the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, presented a comprehensive vision...

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Baku’s transport vision strengthens geopolitical influence

As global trade patterns continue to evolve, Azerbaijan is rapidly emerging as a critical hub in the network of Eurasian transport corridors....

28.08.2025 20

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Azerbaijan highlights growing focus on Artificial Intelligence and digital innovation

Azerbaijan’s vision for a digital economy is no longer a distant ambition—it is a rapidly unfolding reality that is becoming increasingly embedded...

27.08.2025 10

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Garabagh and East Zangazur at heart of Azerbaijan’s green energy revolution [ANALYSIS]

Several SHPPs commissioned on August 25, 2023, have already made significant contributions to Azerbaijan’s renewable energy mix. For example, the...

27.08.2025 10

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Caspian neighbors unite: President Aliyev’s visit marks stronger ties

In a move symbolizing deepening strategic ties between two Caspian neighbors, President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan paid an official visit to...

24.08.2025 20

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President Aliyev’s vision turns Kalbajar into a flagship of regional revival

Azerbaijan is rapidly restoring life to the territories liberated from occupation, with Garabagh and Eastern Zangazur at the center of this historic...

23.08.2025 9

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President Aliyev’s regional dev't strategy positions Ganja as Azerbaijan’s second capital

Under the leadership of Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev, Azerbaijan continues to accelerate its economic development and modernization agenda - not...

22.08.2025 20

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Baku charts green future as renewables to supply almost half of country’s energy

According to the State Statistics Committee, Azerbaijan’s renewable energy output showed mixed results in the first seven months of 2025. The...

21.08.2025 10

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Azerbaijan boosts agriculture, environmental spending to drive non-oil growth

In 2024, a total of 1.4 billion manats were allocated to the environment and agriculture sectors, underscoring the government's prioritization of...

20.08.2025 30

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Azerbaijan focuses on sustainable tourism in newly reintegrated territories

Tourism in the liberated regions has officially been recognized as one of the main state policy priorities. According to the State Tourism Agency,...

19.08.2025 20

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Great Return spurs record industrial output in Garabagh & Eastern Zangazur

Azerbaijan continues to methodically restore economic and social life in the territories liberated from Armenian occupation during the 2020 Second...

18.08.2025 8

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CBA maintains inflation within target range amid varied global predictions

The CBA’s report highlights that global risks remain elevated, particularly due to: Ongoing geopolitical tensions; Disruptions in global trade...

17.08.2025 10

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Azerbaijan unveils South Caucasus’ largest Solar Power Plant in Bilasuvar

Located on 1,454 hectares of state-owned land in the Bilasuvar district, the solar power plant will have a total capacity of 445 megawatts (MW). Once...

16.08.2025 10

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Zangazur (TRIPP) Corridor unlocks S Caucasus for new era of Eurasian trade

Opening the Zangazur Corridor after decades of hostilities would be a geopolitical shift. Beyond physical connectivity, it would reduce the risk of...

14.08.2025 10

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South Caucasus stability gets boost from Azerbaijan-US strategic charter

On August 8, 2025, the international community witnessed a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the South Caucasus, a testament to the...

13.08.2025 10

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Powering oil with sunlight: bp’s renewable energy leap in Caspian

Crucially, the STEL initiative is linked to the Shafag solar power plant—a 240 MW photovoltaic installation planned for Azerbaijan’s ‘Green...

12.08.2025 10

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Hungarian expert on Zangazur Corridor: It’s a symbol of regional realignment

As diplomatic momentum builds between Armenia and Azerbaijan, eyes are now turning to Washington, where a Joint Declaration is expected to be signed...

09.08.2025 30

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EU carbon market expands to maritime sector in bold decarbonization push

In a bold stride toward a cleaner and more sustainable future, SOCAR Marine, a subsidiary of SOCAR Türkiye specializing in maritime transport, has...

08.08.2025 20

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Azerbaijan powers Eurasian connectivity through CAREC transport investments

Since CAREC’s inception in 2001, the program has mobilized over $51 billion across 276 regional projects, with transport sector investments...

07.08.2025 20

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Business booms in Garabagh as incentives attract entrepreneurs & industry

In the years following the full restoration of its sovereignty over Garabagh and Eastern Zangazur, Azerbaijan has made measurable progress in...

06.08.2025 10

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Clean energy blueprint takes shape with Navahi substation launch

At the heart of the AZURE Project is the construction of the 500/330 kV Navahi Junction Substation, which will be the most advanced and expansive...

04.08.2025 20

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Economic diversification and non-oil sector growth: Azerbaijan’s path to sustainable prosperity

A balanced and diversified economy is the cornerstone of long-term stability and prosperity. For Azerbaijan, an energy-rich nation, the oil and gas...

02.08.2025 10

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How casino legalization will drive Azerbaijan’s economic and tourism expansion

Tourism remains one of the most dynamic and economically impactful sectors worldwide, contributing not only to GDP growth but also to international...

31.07.2025 40

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More than gas: Azerbaijan’s energy diplomacy fuels strategic growth in Türkiye and beyond

Azerbaijan’s state oil and gas company, SOCAR, has significantly strengthened its position in Türkiye’s energy market, establishing itself as a...

29.07.2025 10

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Green energy alliances: Azerbaijan deepens strategic cooperation with Türkiye and Bulgaria in renewable era

Azerbaijan’s renewed focus on renewables is both timely and strategic. While the country remains a reliable oil and gas exporter, it is also acutely...

27.07.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s green energy ambitions signal strategic shift beyond hydrocarbons

Azerbaijan is rapidly transitioning from its traditional reliance on hydrocarbon resources toward becoming a regional leader in green energy. This...

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Exploring future of Islamic Banking in Azerbaijan: opportunities & challenges

The potential introduction of Islamic banking in Azerbaijan represents a significant shift in the country’s financial ecosystem. While the concept...

25.07.2025 10

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Great return gains momentum with major investments

Following its decisive victory in the 2020 Second Garabagh War, Azerbaijan has swiftly transitioned from battlefield triumph to nation-building...

24.07.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s energy vision in focus at Shusha Global Media Forum

On the 150th anniversary of Azerbaijani media, a milestone deeply symbolic for a nation navigating modernity through memory and resilience, the city...

23.07.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s 3rd Shusha Global Media Forum to tackle AI and disinformation

As the global information landscape continues to evolve rapidly under the influence of digital technologies and geopolitical uncertainties, Azerbaijan...

20.07.2025 10

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President Aliyev charts long-term state-building agenda in liberated Garabagh

On July 18, President Ilham Aliyev made a landmark visit to several key areas of the liberated Garabagh region, including Aghdam and Khojaly. His...

20.07.2025 8

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Leaders of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan open door to future projects

In a demonstration of growing regional solidarity and shared strategic vision, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev hosted Chairman of...

18.07.2025 10

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Preferential housing and infrastructure spur vibrancy in liberated territories [COMMENTARY]

Following decades of occupation, Azerbaijan is rapidly transforming the liberated territories of Garabagh and Eastern Zangazur into economically...

18.07.2025 20

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Azerbaijan accelerates energy sector as third strategic frontier

As part of its energy diversification strategy, Azerbaijan is now focusing on electricity—particularly from renewable sources—as a new export...

18.07.2025 10

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SOCAR's credit rating raised, opening doors to global investors

In a significant milestone for Azerbaijan’s energy sector, Moody’s Investors Service has upgraded the long-term issuer rating of the State Oil...

17.07.2025 10

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