SOCAR’s growing role in Germany’s energy future goes beyond expectations
The recent disclosure by Germany’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Ralf Horlemann, regarding the 10-year, two-billion-cubic-meter annual gas agreement between German corporations and SOCAR offers a fascinating case study in contemporary energy geopolitics and economics.
Azerbaijan draws attention to discrimination and Islamophobia in Europe at UNHRC
Azerbaijan expressed concern over ongoing human rights issues in the European Union, highlighting racism and discrimination against ethnic and religious minorities, the rise of Islamophobia, and growing levels of social intolerance.
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President Ilham Aliyev received delegation of heads of member institutions of Arab Coordination Group [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Azerbaijan boosts investment in information and communications sector in Jan–May period
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President Ilham Aliyev addresses participants of Baku Ombudsmen Summit
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Baku, Astana discuss military cooperation and regional security [PHOTOS]
Premium gasoline imports surge as foreign currency outflow exceeds $54 million
Azerbaijan recorded a notable increase in imports of high-octane premium and super premium gasoline during the first four months of 2026, with spending on these fuel grades exceeding $54 million, according to the latest trade data, AzerNEWS reports.
Balance of payments deficit narrows in first quarter despite stronger current account surplus
Azerbaijan's total balance of payments deficit amounted to $322.9 million in the first quarter of 2026, reflecting an improvement compared to the same period last year, according to data released by the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA), AzerNEWS reports.
Azerbaijan facilitates another transit shipment from Russia to Armenia
According to the information, 7 railway wagons carrying 490 tons of wheat will be dispatched today from the Bilajari station toward the Boyuk Kesik direction.
Armenia moves to strip Kocharyan of immunity over alleged money laundering case
Armenia's Central Election Commission has approved a request from the Prosecutor General's Office to revoke the parliamentary immunity of former Armenian President Robert Kocharyan, paving the way for potential criminal charges against the opposition leader, AzerNEWS reports.
Azerbaijan Tango Festival set to open in Icherisheher
The opening ceremony of the El Calor en Baku – Azerbaijan Tango Festival will take place at 20:00 on June 20 near Gosha Gala in Icherisheher, Baku, in celebration of Argentina's Flag Day, AzerNEWS reports.
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Culture Minister meets UNESCO Executive Board Chair in Paris [PHOTOS]
Azerbaijan's Culture Minister,Adil Karimli, has met with Dr. Nasser bin Hamad Al Hinzab, Permanent Representative of the State of Qatar to UNESCO in Paris, AzerNEWS reports.
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Earthquake hits Caspian Sea
The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18 km beneath the earth’s surface.
National boxing team set for Olympic Hopes tournament
Azerbaijan's boxing team will compete in the Olympic Hopes Tournament in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, AzerNEWS reports.
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Armenia moves to strip Kocharyan of immunity over alleged money laundering case
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Russia sends diplomatic protest to Armenia
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Culture Minister meets UNESCO Executive Board Chair in Paris [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan draws attention to discrimination and Islamophobia in Europe at UNHRC
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Premium gasoline imports surge as foreign currency outflow exceeds $54 million
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Azerbaijan Tango Festival set to open in Icherisheher
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Apple may raise prices due to soaring component costs, Tim Cook says
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SOCAR’s growing role in Germany’s energy future goes beyond expectations
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National boxing team set for Olympic Hopes tournament
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Azerbaijan boosts gasoline output as refinery modernization strengthens fuel production
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President Ilham Aliyev received delegation of heads of member institutions of Arab Coordination Group [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Over 500 flights cancelled and delayed at airports in Moscow
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Taekwondo athletes crowned European Club Team Champions [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan boosts investment in information and communications sector in Jan–May period
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Balance of payments deficit narrows in first quarter despite stronger current account surplus
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President Ilham Aliyev addresses participants of Baku Ombudsmen Summit
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Baku, Astana discuss military cooperation and regional security [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan joins Formula 1-backed STEM Racing Program [PHOTOS]
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Cross-border remittances between Azerbaijan and Georgia reach $15.9M
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Culture Ministry highlights country's heritage preservation achievements at UNESCO session [PHOTOS]
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Gold and silver prices decline on COMEX
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Trump says without him there would be no Israel
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Azerbaijan's population reaches new milestone
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President of Azerbaijan: We are investing heavily in infrastructure
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Azerbaijan’s gas output rises slightly in January–May period
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Azeri Light edges lower amid broader oil price decline
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Azerbaijan enjoys stable, successful development - President Ilham Aliyev
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Presiden Ilham Aliyev participates in opening ceremony of 2026 Annual Meetings of IsDB Group [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Moscow expands airspace security measures following wave of drone attacks
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Great Return enters new phase as focus shifts to jobs and growth
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US-Iran interim accord links nuclear curbs to economic revival
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BBC to cut around 550 jobs
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BMW stock drops 7% following profit warning
17 June 22:49 -
Samsung launches vertical transistor-stacking chip tech
17 June 22:10 -
Participants of Coordination Headquarters meeting view intensive horticulture farms in Khojaly district [PHOTOS]
17 June 21:38 -
Japan called to lift ban on nuclear weapons imports
17 June 21:38 -
Trump denies report on $300B Iran fund
17 June 21:05 -
Participants of Coordination Headquarters meeting inspect intensive fruit orchards in Khojaly district [PHOTOS]
17 June 20:44 -
US may charge fees for Hormuz Strait passage
17 June 20:31 -
South Korea to ease border security with North Korea
17 June 20:00 -
Participants of Coordination Headquarters meeting visit “Goch Et” Livestock Complex in Khojaly [PHOTOS]
17 June 19:40 -
Infrastructure created for sericulture development inspected in Dashbulag village of Khojaly [PHOTO]
17 June 19:29 -
France continues hybrid threats against Azerbaijan
17 June 19:25 -
National Athletics Championship wraps up with multiple gold medalists [PHOTOS]
17 June 19:05 -
Azercell supports RobotChallenge Azerbaijan 2026 [PHOTOS]
17 June 18:50 -
Global gas prices set for change as market conditions shift
17 June 18:41 -
Azerbaijan, UNESCO discuss expanded cultural ties in Paris [PHOTOS]
17 June 18:20 -
National Art Museum explores Baku's historical image through art [PHOTOS]
17 June 17:44 -
U.S. delegation visits Alley of Martyrs in Baku [PHOTOS]
17 June 17:22 -
Iran deal still in draft stage, Trump says
17 June 17:03 -
Another meeting of Coordination Headquarters held in Aghdara [PHOTOS]
17 June 16:53 -
Azerbaijan proposes major tax breaks for AI, cybersecurity, and innovation industries
17 June 16:46 -
Baku and Seul aim to deepen economic and energy partnership [PHOTOS]
17 June 16:24 -
President Ilham Aliyev awards healthcare workers
17 June 16:08 -
Azerbaijan crowned World Champion at Chovqan World Championship [PHOTOS]
17 June 16:02 -
Earthquake hits Caspian Sea
17 June 15:46 -
Azerbaijan, Chad discuss expanding economic partnership [PHOTOS]
17 June 15:27 -
President Ilham Aliyev awards Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser with "Dostlug" Order
17 June 15:25 -
Coordination Headquarters members begin visit to Aghdara and Khojaly districts [PHOTOS]
17 June 15:12 -
Irina Zaretska claims gold medal at Karate1 Premier League [PHOTOS]
17 June 15:01 -
What can IsDB summit in Baku achieve beyond dialogue?
17 June 14:43 -
More than 58 countries still affected by landmine contamination, UN reports
17 June 14:26 -
Taxpayer numbers in Azerbaijan rise 5.2% year-on-year
17 June 14:01 -
Gymnastics for All Int'l Festival concludes with spectacular gala show [PHOTOS]
17 June 13:45 -
Azerbaijan prepares for first-ever sukuk issuance, Central Bank says
17 June 13:25 -
Trump may fire Defense Secretary Hegseth for opposing Iran deal
17 June 13:02 -
FT: EU prepares emergency trade measures for Armenia
17 June 12:43 -
Russian satirical artist who mocked Putin and Kadyrov ‘executed’ in Poland
17 June 12:23 -
Culture Ministry, UNESCO strengthen partnership in heritage preservation
17 June 12:23 -
Spanish MEP confronts Kallas with sarcastic ‘Happy Birthday, Mr. Genocide’ jab at Trump
17 June 12:01 -
Azerbaijan expects over $4.7 billion in agreements at IsDB annual meeting in Baku
17 June 11:47 -
Russia says it 'preemptively' fired on UK-flagged yacht
17 June 11:21 -
Ali Asadov highlights Azerbaijan's $350 billion investment record in Tashkent
17 June 11:02 -
Sumgait to host National Para Swimming Championship for first time
17 June 10:45 -
President Ilham Aliyev receives member of U.S. House of Representatives [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 June 10:29 -
Another group of former IDPs relocated to Jabrayil's Shukurbeyli village
17 June 10:22 -
Azeri Light oil prices decline sharply despite remaining well above budget benchmark
17 June 10:00 -
Ali Asadov receives special edition of "Bright Uzbekistan" magazine
17 June 09:39 -
Trump: No rush to destroy Iran's uranium
17 June 09:00 -
Without a mediator in sight, Azerbaijan and Armenia walk into a new chapter
17 June 08:30 -
Hezbollah: Iran is an icon of pride and honor
17 June 08:00 -
Kazakhstan targets doubling rail transit by 2030
16 June 23:30 -
OpenAI’s net losses surged last year
16 June 23:00 -
Japan moves to drone-based preemptive defense strategy
16 June 22:22 -
Premium machinery maker secures nuclear plant contract
16 June 21:51 -
Trump: Hormuz will be fully open, toll-free by Friday
16 June 21:23 -
Azerbaijan, UK discuss expanding economic cooperation
16 June 20:49 -
National table tennis player to join training camp in China
16 June 20:20 -
School reforms focus on equality and institutional culture
16 June 19:43 -
Khankandi celebrates National Salvation Day with stunning gala concert [PHOTOS]
16 June 19:21 -
Baku Open Canoe and Rowing Championship to gather young athletes
16 June 18:52 -
Kazakhstan, China sign protocol on peaceful use of atomic energy
16 June 18:31 -
Azerbaijan strengthens sustainable finance framework as banks expand green investments
16 June 18:09 -
Mirza Fatali Akhundov Library represented at CENL Annual Meeting [PHOTOS]
16 June 17:48 -
Russia declares Armenian election results "premature"
16 June 17:20 -
President of Tunisia congratulates President Ilham Aliyev
16 June 17:05 -
Global wealth of top billionaires surges by record $336 billion
16 June 17:03 -
Culture Ministry's delegation heads to Paris for UNESCO meetings
16 June 16:44 -
Azerbaijan clears over 1,600 hectares of land from mines and UXOs
16 June 16:26 -
President Ilham Aliyev held phone conversation with Prime Minister of the Netherlands
16 June 16:25