SOFAZ turns Gulf investments into strategic capital for Azerbaijan [OPINION]
The recent investments of approximately 900 million USD made by the State Oil Fund of Azerbaijan (SOFAZ) in Gulf countries cannot be explained solely by financial portfolio diversification. The Fund’s positions in countries such as Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait constitute a key component of Azerbaijan’s strategy to enhance both economic and political influence through global financial markets. In particular, the 300 million USD invested in Saudi Arabian government bonds exemplifies this approach and represents not merely a profit-oriented step but one of strategic importance for Azerbaijan.
New Year celebration held at Children’s Shelters initiative of Leyla Aliyeva [PHOTOS]
At the initiative of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and head of the IDEA Public Association, festive events were organized to mark World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and the New Year for individuals belonging to vulnerable population groups at the Shelter and Social Rehabilitation Institution, as well as for minors residing at the Child Shelter Reintegration Center of the “Azerbaijan Children” Public Association.
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New Year’s table set at social service institution for elderly people [PHOTOS]
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Festive celebration held at “Tut Əlimdən” Social Rehabilitation Center for children [PHOTOS]
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Large batch of hashish found hidden in watermelon cargo transiting Azerbaijan
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First Vice-President of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva shares New Year message [PHOTO]
Azeri Light oil prices increase
The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil on the world market rose by $0.04, or 0.01%, to $65.71 per barrel, Azernews reports.
Tourist arrivals from Central Asia to Azerbaijan rise by 23.3%
A total of 202,033 tourists from Central Asian countries visited Azerbaijan between January and November 2025, Azernews reports.
Nikol Pashinyan hopes for exports from Armenia to Azerbaijan soon
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan expressed hope that goods will soon be exported from Armenia to Azerbaijan, Azernews reports, citing foreign media.
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Former IDP families move back to Sos and Horovlu villages [PHOTOS]
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Trial of Armenian citizens continues at Baku Military Court
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Final statements delivered in trial of Armenian citizens at Baku Military Court [PHOTOS]
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Pashinyan thanks President Ilham Aliyev for opening transit cargo and trade opportunities
Babayan breaks silence as Garabagh Armenians’ fate becomes political weapon
Samvel Babayan, once the “commander” of the so-called Artsakh Defense Army and ex-“secretary” of the self-proclaimed Artsakh National Security Council, has returned to the spotlight with a blunt and uncompromising critique of the Armenian authorities. His timing, right before the June parliamentary elections, raises eyebrows, but his words strike at the unresolved legacy of Garabagh and the failures of Armenian leadership.
LG to debut Gram laptops with Exaone AI at CES
LG Electronics announced that it will unveil new LG Gram laptops featuring its generative AI model, Exaone, at CES next week, Azernews reports, citing Korean media.
Season's first snowfall blankets Azerbaijan's cultural capital [PHOTOS]
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“Winter Tale” festival launches in Khankendi [VIDEOS]
A festive fair titled Winter Tale has opened in the city of Khankendi in celebration of World Azerbaijanis’ Solidarity Day and the New Year. The fair began on 27 December and will run until 5 January.
Concert held in Shusha to mark Solidarity Day and New Year [PHOTOS]
A festive concert was held in the “Güllü bağ” area of Shusha on 31 December to mark World Azerbaijanis’ Solidarity Day and the New Year.
Mamedyarov ranks 19th in FIDE’s First 2026 rating list
The International Chess Federation (FIDE) has released its first rating list of 2026, Azernews reports, citing the federation’s official website.
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LG to debut Gram laptops with Exaone AI at CES
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MTV ceases broadcasting in Europe
1 January 22:22 -
Zakharova: West's taxpayer money used to kill civilians
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BTS announces release date for new album
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NIO vehicle deliveries rose significantly in 2025
1 January 20:23 -
UK opposition minister faces scrutiny over ties to sanctioned Russian oligarch Abramovich
1 January 19:47 -
Economic activity has pick up in China
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New Year celebration held at Children’s Shelters initiative of Leyla Aliyeva [PHOTOS]
1 January 19:12 -
Electrification boosts Chinese auto firms ahead in global markets
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Swiss blast death toll raised to 'several dozen'
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New Year’s table set at social service institution for elderly people [PHOTOS]
1 January 18:21 -
Mamdani sworn in as New York City's mayor
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SOFAZ turns Gulf investments into strategic capital for Azerbaijan [OPINION]
1 January 17:21 -
Russia says Ukraine attack killed 24, injured 50
1 January 16:59 -
Festive celebration held at “Tut Əlimdən” Social Rehabilitation Center for children [PHOTOS]
1 January 16:55 -
Large batch of hashish found hidden in watermelon cargo transiting Azerbaijan
1 January 16:25 -
Tourist arrivals from Central Asia to Azerbaijan rise by 23.3%
1 January 15:55 -
First Vice-President of Azerbaijan Mehriban Aliyeva shares New Year message [PHOTO]
1 January 15:43 -
Number of services at DOST centers increases to 162
1 January 15:20 -
Azerbaijan sees growth in Middle Eastern tourist inflows
1 January 14:49 -
New Year event held at several children’s institutions at initiative of Leyla Aliyeva [PHOTOS]
1 January 14:26 -
Mamedyarov ranks 19th in FIDE’s First 2026 rating list
1 January 13:45 -
Police solve all registered crimes on New Year’s eve
1 January 13:15 -
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to Cuban President
1 January 12:41 -
CEBR: Azerbaijan’s GDP per capita expected to grow steadily through 2040
1 January 12:37 -
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Sudan's Transitional Sovereignty Council
1 January 12:30 -
SOFAZ expands investment footprint in Gulf countries
1 January 12:10 -
Internet and mobile banking transactions show strong digital engagement in Azerbaijan
1 January 11:37 -
ADB outlines key steps for advancing Azerbaijan’s fintech ecosystem
1 January 11:05 -
First baby of 2026 born at TƏBİB medical facility
1 January 10:32 -
Azeri Light oil prices increase
1 January 10:00 -
Egypt archaeologists find Roman workshops and cemetery
1 January 09:28 -
ADAC unveils top cars of 2025
1 January 09:00 -
Mining and petrochemicals reshape Azerbaijan’s non-oil export story [ANALYSIS]
1 January 08:30 -
China's sports industry accounts for 1.19 percent of GDP in 2024
1 January 08:00 -
President Aliyev hails strong economic performance as Azerbaijan wraps up year
1 January 00:24 -
Azerbaijan’s Armed Forces significantly strengthened over past five years - President
1 January 00:10 -
President Ilham Aliyev addresses people on occasion of World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and New Year
31 December 2025 23:45 -
China's service trade rises 7.1 pct in first 11 months
31 December 2025 23:30 -
Philippines ‘deeply concerned’ over China’s Taiwan drills
31 December 2025 22:55 -
Concert held in Shusha to mark Solidarity Day and New Year [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 22:42 -
“Winter Tale” festival launches in Khankendi [VIDEOS]
31 December 2025 22:20 -
New Year Celebration held in Kalbajar for first time in 32 Years [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 22:04 -
Pakistan’s polio cases fell by half in 2025 despite attacks on vaccination teams
31 December 2025 21:20 -
Porsche recalls cars over camera issue
31 December 2025 20:49 -
Fines for abandoning pets in Turkiye
31 December 2025 20:21 -
Most exciting film premieres of 2026 are unveiled
31 December 2025 19:35 -
Four injured, including three children in Russian attack on Odesa, Ukraine says
31 December 2025 19:10 -
Gulf nations offer support for Yemen’s government and Saudi security
31 December 2025 18:35 -
China unveils 2026 subsidy scheme for home appliance trade-ins
31 December 2025 18:05 -
ADB highlights Middle Corridor’s potential to drive cross-border Fintech
31 December 2025 17:43 -
Fergus Auld delivers final New Year message as UK Ambassador to Azerbaijan
31 December 2025 17:23 -
Cashless payments in Azerbaijan surge to nearly 8 billion Manats in November
31 December 2025 17:01 -
Azerbaijani banks’ net foreign assets increase
31 December 2025 16:43 -
AzerEnergy Launches construction of “Novkhani” substation
31 December 2025 16:21 -
Why Fico’s EU critique reflects Slovak politics more than European reality [COMMENTARY]
31 December 2025 16:00 -
Azercell introduces an enhanced “Wheel of Gifts”
31 December 2025 15:38 -
Festive event for children held at Baku Zoo at initiative of Leyla Aliyeva [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 15:16 -
Georgia eyes Baku–Tbilisi–Kars rail finish in 2026 push
31 December 2025 14:56 -
Azerbaijan tops global ranking in financial services in World Bank’s B-Ready report
31 December 2025 14:35 -
SOCAR expands fuel retail network in Romania [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 14:13 -
TAP transports over 54 bcm of gas since launch in 2020
31 December 2025 13:54 -
Defense minister congratulates on World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and New Year
31 December 2025 13:33 -
Netherlands Embassy in Baku congratulates Azerbaijan on Solidarity Day and New Year
31 December 2025 13:11 -
Azeri Light prices increase
31 December 2025 12:52 -
Study in Azerbaijan program attracts students from 11 countries
31 December 2025 12:32 -
Azerbaijan records growth in hazelnut exports
31 December 2025 12:09 -
State-funded places dominate vocational education admissions
31 December 2025 11:49 -
Azerbaijan sees strong growth in infrastructure lending as loans reach ₼2.14 bln
31 December 2025 11:27 -
Azerbaijan deepens Middle Corridor role as Caspian cargo surges [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 11:03 -
Central Bank reports loan handed out for industrial and manufacturing sectors
31 December 2025 10:45 -
Euronews highlights Baku White City as model of urban transformation
31 December 2025 10:23 -
UN representation in Azerbaijan extends congratulations on World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day
31 December 2025 10:00 -
Horovlu hosts first New Year school event after years of displacement [PHOTOS]
31 December 2025 09:00 -
Azerbaijan secures dominance in China’s South Caucasus investment story
31 December 2025 08:30 -
First VP Mehriban Aliyeva shares post on Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis and New Year [PHOTO]
31 December 2025 08:14 -
Experts warn of higher accident death risk in hybrid cars
31 December 2025 08:00 -
JD.com and Huawei forge technology collaboration
30 December 2025 23:23 -
AvtoVAZ to raise Lada prices starting January 2026
30 December 2025 22:23 -
Kazakhstan's economy is expected to see strong growth
30 December 2025 21:40 -
KakaoTalk and YouTube lead mobile app usage in South Korea
30 December 2025 21:22 -
President Ilham Aliyev shares post on Day of Solidarity of World Azerbaijanis and New Year [PHOTO]
30 December 2025 21:10 -
West Azeri marks 20 years of oil production [PHOTO]
30 December 2025 20:04 -
Azerbaijan Artists' Union presents final exhibition of year [PHOTOS]
30 December 2025 19:53 -
ADB forecasts strong growth in Azerbaijan’s e-commerce market over next five years
30 December 2025 19:27 -
Tomato exports strengthen non-oil trade in past eleven months of year
30 December 2025 19:00 -
Azerbaijan Film Academy holds Golden Fairy Awards 2025 [PHOTOS]
30 December 2025 18:50 -
bp publishes draft environmental impact assessment for ADUA seismic survey
30 December 2025 18:31 -
State support expands access to electricity networks in liberated areas
30 December 2025 18:06 -
Azercell ranked among the “Best Sports Supporters” of 2025
30 December 2025 17:48 -
Global power in transition: Reviewing 2025 and looking ahead to 2026 [ANALYSIS]
30 December 2025 17:25 -
Azerbaijan set to introduce mandatory energy efficiency certification for new buildings
30 December 2025 17:07 -
Step inside Icherisheher: Official website makes heritage accessible online [PHOTOS]
30 December 2025 17:02 -
Azerbaijan establishes State Enterprise Monitoring Agency under Finance Ministry- decree
30 December 2025 16:57 -
Exports resume from Kalbajar’s Istisu mineral water plant
30 December 2025 16:40 -
Rasim Musabeyov awarded with "Sharaf" Order - decree
30 December 2025 16:38 -
National Art Museum opens exhibition dedicated to Fine Arts Academy's anniversary [PHOTOS]
30 December 2025 16:23 -
Azerbaijan set to celebrate Ajami Nakhchivani’s 900th anniversary - decree
30 December 2025 16:16 -
SOCAR announces strong gas export revenue growth
30 December 2025 16:01 -
Holiday spirit fills Baku Book Center with music and poetry [PHOTOS]
30 December 2025 15:39