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Record trade surplus gives Azerbaijan greater firepower to defend manat

Record trade surplus gives Azerbaijan greater firepower to defend manat

The global economy of the mid-2020s has been marked by persistent volatility, geopolitical fragmentation, and shifting trade corridors. Yet, against this turbulent backdrop, Azerbaijan’s macroeconomic indicators for the first half of 2026 paint a picture of remarkable domestic stability.

Nation
Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum

Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum

Pakistan-based English-language news outlet Dispatch News Desk (DND) has published an analytical article examining the outcomes of the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, describing the event as an important platform for addressing the evolving role of media in an increasingly complex information environment.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil climbs to $88.82 per barrel

Azeri Light oil climbs to $88.82 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port increased by $1.99, or 2.29%, from the previous trading session to $88.82 per barrel, AzerNEWS report

Business
Gold edges higher on COMEX

Gold edges higher on COMEX

Gold futures rose modestly on the COMEX division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, while silver prices moved lower in the latest trading session.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1286 million to Armenia in January-June of this year.

World
Netanyahu government reportedly weighs limiting expat flights ahead of election

Netanyahu government reportedly weighs limiting expat flights ahead of election

Senior officials in Israel's Transportation Ministry are reportedly discussing ways to limit the number of Israelis living abroad who can return to vote in the country's October 27 parliamentary election, amid concerns that many expatriate voters are likely to support opposition parties, AzerNEWS reports via Israel's Haaretz.

Analysis

Lifestyle
National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

As part of the Venice Biennale, works by Azerbaijani artists are being exhibited at Palazzo da Mula, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Culture summer school participants visit Uzbek Language and Culture Center in Ganja [PHOTOS]

Culture summer school participants visit Uzbek Language and Culture Center in Ganja [PHOTOS]

Participants of the "Summer School of Azerbaijani Culture" project have visited the Alisher Navoi Uzbek Language and Culture Center operating under the Ganja Branch of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), AzerNEWS reports.

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

Events
Shusha Global Media Forum returns this time in its most consequential form yet

Shusha Global Media Forum returns this time in its most consequential form yet

On July 13–14, Shusha will host the fourth edition of its Global Media Forum under the theme "The Mission of Media in Promoting Peace: Restoring Truth and Rebuilding Trust." Nearly 160 media representatives, experts, and officials from 54 countries are expected, including delegates from some 30 international news agencies and more than 60 leading media organisations, making it one of the most internationally diverse gatherings the South Caucasus media calendar has seen this year.

Sports
Reconstruction work continues at Bayil Stadium [PHOTOS]

Reconstruction work continues at Bayil Stadium [PHOTOS]

In accordance with the decision adopted at the AFFA Executive Committee meeting on June 25, 2025, renovation works are underway at Bayil Stadium and the administrative building located on its premises, AzerNEWS reports.

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