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Saudi Vision 2030 draws Azerbaijan into expanding investment orbit

Saudi Vision 2030 draws Azerbaijan into expanding investment orbit

Energy cooperation remains a cornerstone of Azerbaijan–Saudi relations, but its scope is rapidly expanding into renewable energy.

Nation
Lithuanian Prime Minister arrives in Azerbaijan on official visit [PHOTOS]

Lithuanian Prime Minister arrives in Azerbaijan on official visit [PHOTOS]

Prime Minister of the Republic of Lithuania Inga Ruginienė arrived in Azerbaijan on an official visit on April 8.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude prices drop sharply across key export hubs

Azeri Light crude prices drop sharply across key export hubs

The price of Azerbaijan’s flagship “Azeri Light” crude has recorded a significant decline across major export points, reflecting broader volatility in global oil markets, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan sees significant rise in wheat imports in January 2026

Azerbaijan sees significant rise in wheat imports in January 2026

In January 2026, Azerbaijan imported 129,933 tons of wheat worth $28.87 million from foreign countries, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
New South Caucasus emerging as old rivalries give way to connectivity [Op-Ed]

New South Caucasus emerging as old rivalries give way to connectivity [Op-Ed]

President Ilham Aliyev’s state visit to Georgia signifies a crucial step towards strengthening regional cooperation in the South Caucasus.

World
Azerbaijan expands niche meat exports to EU and Central Asia

Azerbaijan expands niche meat exports to EU and Central Asia

Azerbaijan has revealed the volume of horse meat and frog legs certified for export during the current period of 2026, according to the country’s food safety authority, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Azerbaijan Food Safety Agency.

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
Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory releases space weather forecast [PHOTOS]

Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory releases space weather forecast [PHOTOS]

Shamakhi Astrophysical Observatory has released its space weather forecast, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Akcent: Adrian Sina on creating timeless music for every generation [INTERVIEW]

Akcent: Adrian Sina on creating timeless music for every generation [INTERVIEW]

If you've spent any time on a dance floor over the last two decades, you've definitely heard hits by Romanian music band Akcent.

Analysis

Events
Makhachkala floods turn deadly as apartment block collapses [PHOTO]

Makhachkala floods turn deadly as apartment block collapses [PHOTO]

A multi-storey residential building collapsed in Makhachkala following severe flooding triggered by heavy rainfall, according to the regional branch of Russia’s emergency services.

Sports
Azerbaijan U-17 Greco-Roman wrestling team holds open training

Azerbaijan U-17 Greco-Roman wrestling team holds open training

The Azerbaijan U-17 Greco-Roman wrestling team has conducted a public training session, AzerNEWS reports.

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