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Europe looks east as Azerbaijan builds next great energy corridor [ANALYSIS]

A flagship initiative is Azerbaijan’s plan to export 3–4 gigawatts of green energy to Europe via a submarine high-voltage cable. On December 17,...

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Legacy of Azerbaijan’s National Revival – from empire’s shadow to regional power

Today is not only a significant day for Azerbaijan but also for the entire region and the broader post-Soviet space. November 17, which marks National...

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SOCAR expands energy diplomacy building strategic bridge to Georgia

SOCAR’s investment in Georgia, which has now reached $2.1 billion, is a striking example of how energy can serve as both an economic engine and a...

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Rating upgrade positions SOCAR as reliable partner in global energy transition

One of the most notable aspects of this upgrade is the emphasis placed on transparency. For years, international investors have sought greater clarity...

14.11.2025 10

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India’s Armenia strategy backfires as Azerbaijan deepens ties with China and Pakistan

The South Caucasus is no longer a peripheral zone between Europe and Russia. It is rapidly transforming into a geopolitical hub, shaped by shifting...

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Azerbaijan’s non-oil vision takes flight with booming egg export industry

In a world increasingly defined by geopolitical uncertainty and economic fragmentation, Azerbaijan’s recent surge in egg exports may seem like a...

08.11.2025 10

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North–South & Middle Corridor upgrades elevate Azerbaijan’s role in global connectivity

Generally, Azerbaijan’s growing transit revenues show that the country is steadily transforming into a major Eurasian logistics power. The figures...

07.11.2025 8

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New horizons emerge for healthcare as Baku Kyiv explore pharmaceutical partnership

For Ukraine, the collaboration offers a gateway to new markets and investment opportunities. Azerbaijan’s stable business environment, strategic...

06.11.2025 10

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President Aliyev reaffirms linguistic sovereignty as pillar of national strength

"Our language is ancient and rich — the mother tongue of over 50 million people — and needs no foreign borrowings. True, there is an international...

05.11.2025 8

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Innovation powers Azerbaijan’s new chapter in defence development [ANALYSIS]

A strong defence system is one of the fundamental pillars of a nation’s sovereignty and stability. Its essence goes far beyond military hardware. It...

04.11.2025 10

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Baku opens door to foreign partners in Zangezur Corridor development

While the recent visit of foreign diplomats to Azerbaijan’s liberated territories offers a symbolic nod to the country’s post-conflict...

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Azerbaijan’s domestic debt strategy strengthens fiscal sovereignty

In an era of global economic uncertainty, Azerbaijan’s fiscal posture stands out for a reason that may surprise casual observers: its domestic debt...

31.10.2025 10

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Azerbaijan's green leap as strategic imperative sets course for sustainable tomorrow

With a proposed budget of $100 million over five years, GEFF-Azerbaijan aims to channel green financing through local banks, microfinance...

30.10.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s banking sector sets regional benchmark for discipline, digital transition

In a global financial landscape often dominated by headlines from major economies, Azerbaijan’s banking sector continues to quietly but confidently...

29.10.2025 10

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Caution and cooperation: Kuala Lumpur talks and future of global trade [ANALYSIS]

From an investment perspective, the consensus sends a reassuring signal to global markets. Investors crave stability, and the mere fact that...

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Baku-Athens trade expansion highlights power of energy cooperation

Azerbaijan’s trade relationship with Greece has quietly evolved into one of the most dynamic bilateral partnerships in the region, underscoring the...

26.10.2025 8

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Baku trade mission strengthens economic bridge between S Caucasus and Northern Europe

The recent B2B meetings held in Baku between leading companies from Azerbaijan and the Baltic nations, including Finland, Latvia, and Estonia, mark a...

24.10.2025 10

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Rising reserves bolster Azerbaijan’s economic resilience amid global volatility

In a year marked by currency turbulence across emerging markets, Azerbaijan’s manat has quietly defied the odds. While regional peers grapple with...

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Azerbaijan anchors its strategic future in Trans-Caspian Trade Corridor

Azerbaijan’s geographic location has always been its strategic asset. Nestled between Europe and Asia, with access to the Caspian Sea, the country...

22.10.2025 10

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Global faith in dollar outweighs commodity-backed alternatives [ANALYSIS]

The global financial media is buzzing with speculation. In recent months, some analysts, particularly in media outlets of Global South countries, have...

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Central Bank weighs stability against stimulus ahead of key monetary policy decision

As Azerbaijan prepares for its next monetary policy announcement on October 22, 2025, all eyes are on the Central Bank to gauge whether it will...

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Reconstruction in Garabagh reshapes balance of power in Caucasus

In the heart of the South Caucasus, a new chapter is being written, one not of conflict, but of construction, cooperation, and collective hope....

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Azerbaijan’s debt strategy sets model for fiscal sovereignty amid global volatility

In an era where global debt levels are soaring and economic uncertainty looms large, Azerbaijan has quietly but decisively charted a course that...

18.10.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s export evolution marks start of post-oil economy

Azerbaijan’s latest trade figures offer a compelling glimpse into the country’s evolving economic landscape. Between January and September 2025,...

13.10.2025 20

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Blame outside, crisis inside: Iran’s explaination for its failure

The East has long been the cradle of civilization. It is a region of immense potential, steeped in culture, history, and innovation. For centuries, it...

08.10.2025 20

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Azerbaijan mines new power: Gold revenues boost economic independence

The 2.2-fold increase in gold export revenues compared to the previous year is not an accident. It reflects deliberate policy choices, improved...

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Equity gains signal confidence as Azerbaijan’s banks strengthen capital base

As of September 1, 2025, Azerbaijan’s banking sector demonstrated a striking trajectory of growth, underscoring both the resilience of the...

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Economic blueprint transforms Azerbaijan into investor magnet

In a world where economic growth is often measured in cautious increments, Azerbaijan stands out as a rare and extraordinary success story. Over the...

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Azerbaijan launches twin green projects to drive sustainable growth

In a world increasingly conscious of environmental footprints, Azerbaijan is quietly steering itself onto the fast lane of green innovation. Recent...

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Azerbaijan courts global finance giants at UNGA sidelines

In the crowded sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York this September, Azerbaijan made two quiet but significant moves that...

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Azerbaijan rises from conflict to economic powerhouse [ANALYSIS]

Behind this political and military victory lies an economic miracle. Over the past 30 years, Azerbaijan’s GDP has grown more than 160 times, an...

27.09.2025 10

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Caspian hub rising: Baku positions itself as Eurasian investment gateway

In the ever-evolving global economic landscape, Azerbaijan stands at a pivotal moment. The recent 1st Azerbaijan International Investment Forum in...

26.09.2025 10

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Caspian link turns Middle Corridor into Eurasia’s most reliable trade route

In today’s fractured geopolitical landscape, where supply chains face constant disruption and global commerce is increasingly vulnerable to...

25.09.2025 10

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Azerbaijan’s expanding economic horizons in Africa: Rwanda as strategic partner

Economic relations between Azerbaijan and African states, though still modest in comparison with other regions, have experienced remarkable growth. In...

23.09.2025 10

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Agriculture takes center stage in Azerbaijan’s export boom

The country is actively seeking new markets and forging new trade routes. The recent apple exports to Turkiye are a case in point. Despite being a...

22.09.2025 10

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Azerbaijan lights liberated lands with infrastructure revolution

In the aftermath of historic developments in the Garabagh region, Azerbaijan has embarked on a journey of reconstruction and renewal that reflects not...

22.09.2025 20

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Azerbaijan attracts $3.2bln in FDI as investors bet on diversification beyond oil

Azerbaijan’s economic narrative is quietly shifting, and foreign investors are taking notice. In the first half of 2025, the country attracted over...

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Azerbaijan strengthens market resilience with rising portfolio capital

In the first half of 2025, Azerbaijan’s financial landscape revealed a noteworthy trend: portfolio investments surged, and net financial liabilities...

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Caspian Shipyard gains global traction as UAE, Uzbekistan look to Baku

The deal marks a breakthrough: the UAE, a nation far removed from the Caspian basin, has turned to a landlocked inland sea for ship construction. This...

19.09.2025 20

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Baku, Astana move closer to tax convention to boost investment

In a significant move for regional economic cooperation, Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan have recently advanced discussions on a bilateral tax convention...

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Azerbaijan accelerates renewable energy growth, paving way for cleaner future

Azerbaijan is quietly but decisively reshaping its energy landscape. Between January and August 2025, the country produced 407.9 million kWh of...

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Silver emerges as strategic metal in age of energy transition

After more than a decade of relative dormancy, silver has staged a dramatic comeback. On Friday, the precious metal surged past $43 per ounce — its...

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Azerbaijani incomes rise above inflation, boosting economy and well-being

In the first eight months of 2025, the nominal incomes of Azerbaijan’s population reached ₼57,939.3 million ($33.2 billion), according to the...

13.09.2025 10

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Central Bank holds rates steady, anchoring stability in volatile global economy

At the heart of this decision lies a rare achievement: inflation is moving in line with projections and remains within the target range of 4±2%. The...

12.09.2025 10

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Alat zone evolves from trade gateway to clean energy powerhouse

Azerbaijan’s recent signing of an investment agreement with China’s Sichuan Sunsync Photovoltaic Technology Co. to build a solar panel...

12.09.2025 10

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Baku Port, BTK cement Azerbaijan’s role as stable Middle Corridor hub

The report that 225 block trains from China arrived in Azerbaijan in the first seven months of 2025 is not just a dry statistic in the world of...

11.09.2025 20

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TAP expansion fuels regional integration in Southeast Europe through pipeline diplomacy

The Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP) has entered its final phase of expansion to accommodate an additional 1.2 billion cubic meters of natural gas...

11.09.2025 20

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Monetary discipline pays off as inflation remains within target range

As Azerbaijan’s Central Bank prepares for its next rate-setting meeting on September 10, ING Group’s forecast that the refinancing rate will...

09.09.2025 20

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Industrial sparks in Caspian: Azerbaijan’s strategy to lure foreign investors

In the heart of the South Caucasus, Azerbaijan is quietly rewriting its economic narrative. Long defined by its oil and gas wealth, the country is now...

08.09.2025 20

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Azerbaijan’s expanding credit lines signal confidence in business growth

In Azerbaijan’s evolving financial landscape, the steady expansion of credit to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) is emerging as one of the...

08.09.2025 10

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