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Caspian Sea at turning point after two decades of environmental cooperation

Caspian Sea at turning point after two decades of environmental cooperation

This year marks the 20th anniversary of Caspian Day, also known as the Day for the Protection of the Environment of the Caspian Sea. On August 12, 2006, the five Caspian Sea countries - Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan, Russia, and Turkmenistan - marked a major milestone when the Tehran Convention (the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea) officially entered into force. Since then, the day has served as a reminder of the ecological importance of the Caspian Sea and the shared responsibility of the five littoral states to preserve it for future generations.

Nation
Azerbaijan, China’s CITIC Group discuss $1.5 billion-scale AI computing platform [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, China’s CITIC Group discuss $1.5 billion-scale AI computing platform [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Digital Development and Transport is exploring cooperation with China’s CITIC Group on the development of an artificial intelligence (AI) computing platform planned for Baku, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR’s Swiss revenue accounts for nearly 59% of sales in 2025

SOCAR’s Swiss revenue accounts for nearly 59% of sales in 2025

Switzerland accounted for AZN 50.582 billion, or 58.6%, of the AZN 86.309 billion in sales revenue generated by Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company (SOCAR) in 2025, AzerNEWS reports, citing the company’s consolidated financial statements.

Business
SOCAR’s revenue reaches AZN 86.3 billion as profit surges in 2025

SOCAR’s revenue reaches AZN 86.3 billion as profit surges in 2025

Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company (SOCAR) generated AZN 86.3 billion in revenue and AZN 12.6 billion in gross profit in 2025, AzerNEWS reports, citing the company.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan facilitates transit of Russian wheat to Armenia

Azerbaijan facilitates transit of Russian wheat to Armenia

A new shipment is being delivered from Russia to Armenia in transit through Azerbaijan.

World
White House announces new tariffs on drones over national security concerns

White House announces new tariffs on drones over national security concerns

US President Donald Trump signed a proclamation, introducing tariffs on imports of drones and drone components.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Caspian Sea Day celebrated in Baku with environmental and inclusive programme [PHOTOS]

Caspian Sea Day celebrated in Baku with environmental and inclusive programme [PHOTOS]

On Caspian Sea Day, an environmental and inclusive programme titled Caspian Senses Observatory was held at the Sea Breeze Resort in Baku.

Culture
Theatrical premieres and iconic productions by renowned directors to be showcased as part of Baku Int'l Arts Festival [PHOTOS]

Theatrical premieres and iconic productions by renowned directors to be showcased as part of Baku Int'l Arts Festival [PHOTOS]

The capital of Azerbaijan will once again transform into the epicenter of the global art world, welcoming the Baku International Arts Festival.

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
Baku to host int'l forum on Middle Corridor, TRIPP and Eurasia’s transport future

Baku to host int'l forum on Middle Corridor, TRIPP and Eurasia’s transport future

Baku will host an international conference in September, bringing together government officials, transport operators, investors and experts to discuss the future of Eurasia’s transport corridors amid shifting global supply chains and the emergence of alternative trade routes between Asia and Europe.

Sports
National gymnast shines at Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships

National gymnast shines at Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships

The 42nd Rhythmic Gymnastics World Championships are being held in Frankfurt, Germany, from August 12 to 16, AzerNEWS reports.

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