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Azerbaijan growing gas exports to Germany and Austria win for economy and diplomacy

Azerbaijan growing gas exports to Germany and Austria win for economy and diplomacy

Over the past decade, Azerbaijan has steadily transformed from a regional energy player into a pivotal supplier for multiple countries across Europe and the Middle East. This evolution is not merely a story of pipelines and gas volumes; it is a testament to the strategic foresight, economic planning, and diplomatic acumen of the country. The latest developments indicate that Azerbaijan is now delivering natural gas to a record number of nations, a trend that promises significant economic, geopolitical, and social benefits for the country.

Nation
Moody’s says reforms could cut Azerbaijan’s reliance on hydrocarbons faster than expected

Moody’s says reforms could cut Azerbaijan’s reliance on hydrocarbons faster than expected

The reforms being implemented in Azerbaijan could lead to a more substantial reduction in the country’s economic and fiscal dependence on the hydrocarbon sector than previously anticipated, according to the latest report by Moody’s rating agency, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Kazakhstan expands oil exports via BTC as Caspian energy routes gain strategic importance

Kazakhstan expands oil exports via BTC as Caspian energy routes gain strategic importance

The dynamics of energy transportation in the Caspian region have been gradually acquiring new meaning in recent years. As volatility in global energy markets intensifies, one of the foremost priorities for both producer and transit countries has become the sustainability and flexibility of export routes. In this context, the growing volumes of Kazakh oil transported via the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline should be seen not merely as a logistical adjustment, but as a tangible outcome of regional energy cooperation. The expectation that 1.6 million tons of oil will be shipped from Kazakhstan’s Aktau port through BTC in 2026 is a concrete indicator of this evolving partnership.

Business
German media highlight Azerbaijan’s first gas deliveries to Germany and Austria [PHOTOS]

German media highlight Azerbaijan’s first gas deliveries to Germany and Austria [PHOTOS]

A number of leading German publications, including Spiegel, Handelsblatt and Berliner Zeitung, have published extensive coverage of Azerbaijan’s first start of natural gas supplies to Germany and Austria, assessing the move as a significant development for Europe’s energy security.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Azerbaijan, Armenia assess Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section as part of regional connectivity push

Azerbaijan, Armenia assess Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section as part of regional connectivity push

On January 15, representatives of Azerbaijan and Armenia jointly reviewed the current state of the Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section, the Cabinet of Ministers announced, as part of cooperation aimed at restoring key transport infrastructure across the South Caucasus, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Trump invites Erdoğan to co-found Gaza Peace Council under UN-backed plan

Trump invites Erdoğan to co-found Gaza Peace Council under UN-backed plan

US President Donald Trump invited Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to become a co-founder of the newly established "Peace Council" in the Gaza Strip.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle
Arts Council Azerbaijan transforms melodies into visual art [PHOTOS]

Arts Council Azerbaijan transforms melodies into visual art [PHOTOS]

Music lingers in the air long after the last note fades, an invisible current that stirs memory, imagination, and emotion.

Culture
“Geyser” contemporary art exhibition opens in Baku within “Oil Boom Smiles at Everyone” festival [PHOTOS]

“Geyser” contemporary art exhibition opens in Baku within “Oil Boom Smiles at Everyone” festival [PHOTOS]

The opening of the contemporary art exhibition “Geyser” took place on January 17 at the Museum of Modern Art as part of the “Oil Boom Smiles at Everyone” festival, held with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, sponsored by bp, and organized by the Magsud Ibrahimbeyov Creative Center.

Events
Raza Pahlavi: I would side with Khamenei against Azerbaijanis - shocking revelation

Raza Pahlavi: I would side with Khamenei against Azerbaijanis - shocking revelation

The protests that began on December 28, 2025, and engulfed all of Iran exposed many internal cracks within the country. While the global media and the media of neighboring countries mostly highlighted fractures within the government, it was also noticeable that there were certain cracks among the protesters themselves.

Sports
Goranboy unveils official mascot for Youth Capital 2026 [PHOTOS]

Goranboy unveils official mascot for Youth Capital 2026 [PHOTOS]

For 2026, Goranboy district has been officially named Azerbaijan's Youth Capital, and its new logo and mascot have been unveiled, Azernews reports.

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