China’s industrial profits edge higher as trade war and structural strains bite
In recent years, China’s economy has moved away from the high-speed growth trajectory that once defined it, entering instead a more complex and contradictory stage. The headline figure for 2025—industrial companies’ total profits rising by just 0.6 percent to 7.39 trillion yuan—may look positive at first glance. Yet beneath this modest increase lie serious challenges: persistent U.S.–China trade tensions, tariff wars, structural inefficiencies, and the broader uncertainty clouding the global economy.
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President Ilham Aliyev makes post on Day of Azerbaijani Youth [PHOTO]
President Ilham Aliyev has shared a post on his official social media account to mark February 2 – the Day of Azerbaijani Youth.
Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light oil prices increase in global markets
The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port increased on a CIF basis, rising by $0.46, or 0.63 percent, compared with the previous level, to $73.35 per barrel, according to sources in the oil market, Azernews reports.
Azerbaijan’s social insurance contributions triple from 2018 to 2025
In recent years, the growth of employment opportunities, wages, and labor contracts in Azerbaijan has contributed to a continuous increase in mandatory social insurance contributions to the State Social Protection Fund.
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Armenia’s pre-election debate slips back into Karabakh illusions [OPINION]
As Armenia approaches its parliamentary elections scheduled for June, opposition forces appear increasingly eager to revive long-discredited narratives in an attempt to mobilize a shrinking and disoriented electorate. The closer election day comes, the more desperate the rhetoric sounds. Among the most active voices in this campaign of political nostalgia is Armenia’s former president and former leader of the so-called “Nagorno-Karabakh Republic,” Robert Kocharyan.
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Pashinyan proposes linking Armenia’s energy system with Azerbaijan and Türkiye
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Pashinyan says there will be no war with Azerbaijan, pledges defensive army build-up
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Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia grow as ties warm after historic rapprochement
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J.D. Vance’s South Caucasus trip and test for US diplomacy
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village
A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).
Lavrov accuses Europe of driving wedge between Russia and US
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov claimed on Sunday that European countries are attempting to “drive wedges” between Moscow and Washington.
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Eurovision to mark its anniversary with first-ever live tour across Europe
To celebrate the 70th anniversary of the Eurovision Song Contest, organizers are launching the first-ever Eurovision Song Contest Live Tour, a major summer tour across ten European cities running from June 15 to July 2, 2026, Azernews reports.
Azerbaijan presents Puccini’s “Tosca” at Oman’s Royal Opera House
On January 31, the world-renowned Italian composer Giacomo Puccini’s opera Tosca premiered on the stage of the Royal Opera House in Muscat, the capital of Oman, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Culture.
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Turkic Cooperation Organizations hold 6th coordination committee meeting in Istanbul [PHOTOS]
On January 30, 2026, the President of the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, Mrs. Aktoty Raimkulova, participated in the 6th Meeting of the Coordination Committee of the Cooperation Organizations of Turkic States, held at the Secretariat of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) in Istanbul.
Azerbaijani wrestlers’ February 2026 rankings announced
The ranking list of Azerbaijani wrestlers as of February 1, 2026, has been released, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
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President Ilham Aliyev makes post on Day of Azerbaijani Youth [PHOTO]
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First Vice-President Mehriban Aliyeva makes post on Day of Azerbaijani Youth [PHOTO]
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Lavrov accuses Europe of driving wedge between Russia and US
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China’s industrial profits edge higher as trade war and structural strains bite
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Russia records coldest spot on Earth
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New Epstein disclosures shake elites worldwide [PHOTOS]
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South Korea posts $8.7 bln trade surplus as exports hit record high in January
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Silver prices plunge 36% in one day as market sell-off deepens
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Grain, fuel and politics of peace: How trade redrawing Armenia–Azerbaijan relations
1 February 21:40 -
Bitcoin falls below $80,000 as crypto market sinks on geopolitical tensions
1 February 21:23 -
Israel reopens Rafah crossing for limited passage in initial pilot phase
1 February 20:55 -
BYD reports sharp January sales drop amid ongoing five-month decline
1 February 20:21 -
Disney set to report Q1 2026 earnings amid CEO search and industry turmoil
1 February 19:50 -
Elon Musk says SpaceX blocked Russia’s “unauthorized” use of Starlink
1 February 19:23 -
Pakistan says 48 killed in coordinated attacks in Balochistan
1 February 18:50 -
Iran’s Supreme Leader warns US of regional consequences if war erupts
1 February 18:23 -
Zelensky announces new dates for Abu Dhabi talks on Ukraine crisis
1 February 17:51 -
Azerbaijani wrestlers’ February 2026 rankings announced
1 February 17:23 -
Russia sends new grain shipment to Armenia via Azerbaijan transit route
1 February 16:55 -
Azerbaijan presents Puccini’s “Tosca” at Oman’s Royal Opera House
1 February 16:23 -
Turkiye communicates conditions for troop withdrawal from northern Syria to Damascus
1 February 15:49 -
Azerbaijan’s social insurance contributions triple from 2018 to 2025
1 February 15:20 -
From sanctions to strategy: Europe joins Washington in confronting Iran
1 February 14:55 -
Alexander Volkanovski defeats Diego Lopez to retain featherweight title at UFC 325
1 February 14:22 -
Iran declares EU member states’ militaries as “terrorist” in response to SEPAH listing
1 February 13:50 -
Nearly 140 breweries shut down in UK last year, highest annual closure rate since 1974
1 February 13:20 -
Second woman alleges Epstein sent her to Prince Andrew; PM Starmer urges testimony
1 February 12:45 -
Trump calls for Barack Obama’s arrest over alleged 2016 election conspiracy
1 February 12:20 -
Azerbaijan Premier League: Matchday 18 concludes today with two key fixtures
1 February 11:40 -
Azerbaijan’s asphalt output rises 30%, supporting road building and transit expansion
1 February 11:11 -
AJet flight from Istanbul to Tehran makes emergency landing in Ankara
1 February 10:31 -
Trump confirms start of talks on Greenland, hopes for “good deal” for both Washington, Europe
1 February 10:00 -
US greenlights multiple defense deals with Israel
1 February 09:00 -
How Brussels sabotaging Armenia–Azerbaijan peace process [OPINION]
1 February 08:30 -
France tightens infant milk rules after recalls
1 February 08:00 -
Production resumes at Kazakhstan’s Tengiz oil field
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Pakistan says India-backed militants behind deadly Balochistan attacks
31 January 22:25 -
US Embassy in Türkiye scales back social media updates amid US government shutdown
31 January 21:50 -
President Ilham Aliyev makes phone call to President of Iran
31 January 21:37 -
Britain’s Starmer ends China trip aimed at reset despite Trump warning
31 January 21:20 -
Türkiye condemns UN peacekeeping mandate renewal in Cyprus, calls for two-state solution
31 January 20:45 -
Kyiv metro temporarily closes due to power shortage
31 January 20:15 -
New dawn for Azerbaijan’s financial markets: why recent IPO announcements matter
31 January 19:40 -
Number of foreign workers in Japan hits record 2.57 million
31 January 19:10 -
Any conflict in Middle East would have major regional consequences, Iranian official says
31 January 18:35 -
China's manufacturing activity softens, business sentiment stays upbeat
31 January 18:05 -
Writer’s House hosts inaugural ‘Yüksəliş’ series on Azerbaijani language and ideology [PHOTOS]
31 January 17:35 -
US justice department unveils 3.5 million pages of Epstein records
31 January 17:00 -
Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Türkiye reaches $5.72 billion in 2025
31 January 16:30 -
Turkic Cooperation Organizations hold 6th coordination committee meeting in Istanbul [PHOTOS]
31 January 15:55 -
Azerbaijan’s agricultural exports gain momentum as non-oil trade expands
31 January 15:25 -
Private banks account for 70% of total credit in economy in Azerbaijan
31 January 14:50 -
Azerbaijan-U.S. cooperation discussed in parliamentary meeting on January 31 [PHOTOS]
31 January 14:20 -
China's non-manufacturing PMI drops to 49.4 in January
31 January 13:45 -
Azerbaijan establishes transparent organ donation and transplantation management system
31 January 13:15 -
Preparations continue for Azerbaijan-UAE “Peace Shield – 2026” military exercise [VIDEO]
31 January 12:40 -
Masoud Pezeshkian: Western powers attempted to exploit Iranian protests
31 January 12:10 -
US approves possible $9 billion patriot missile sale to Saudi Arabia
31 January 11:35 -
Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light oil prices increase in global markets
31 January 11:05 -
Partial U.S. government shutdown enters new phase amid budget dispute
31 January 10:30 -
ING: Fuel supplies from Azerbaijan bolster Armenian market
31 January 10:00 -
Apple acquires AI startup that reads facial movements
31 January 09:00 -
When desert wealth fuels solar ambition in South Caucasus
31 January 08:30 -
Most distant galaxy seen just 280 million years after Big Bang
31 January 08:00 -
Leyla Aliyeva visits “Azerbaijan Room” at UN Geneva Office [PHOTOS]
31 January 01:53 -
UN Geneva hosts high-level talks on protecting Caspian Sea [PHOTOS]
31 January 01:46 -
Leyla Aliyeva meets with Director-General of UN Office at Geneva [PHOTOS]
30 January 23:59 -
LG posts record revenue profit dips on weak TV sales
30 January 23:33 -
Türkiye, Uzbekistan unite to leave lasting imprint on Turkic world [OPINION]
30 January 22:50 -
Tesla robotaxis crash nine times more than regular cars
30 January 21:49 -
Astronomers discover new planet from Earth
30 January 21:23 -
Turkiye's tourism revenues continue to grow
30 January 20:45 -
Dubai to get road paved with gold
30 January 20:21 -
Tokyo stocks close mixed on weaker yen
30 January 19:55 -
Deezer licenses AI tool to Sacem
30 January 19:22 -
Nicki Minaj joins Trump event, unveils $1 million Gold Card residency
30 January 18:41 -
Kazakhstan wheat exports jump 50% as Central Asia becomes key market
30 January 18:19 -
Int'l Mugham Center promotes ashiq art through new project [PHOTOS]
30 January 17:56 -
BREAKING: U.S. tanker aircraft surge toward Middle East [PHOTO]
30 January 17:53 -
Seven-week pause in current global conflicts proposed
30 January 17:38 -
President Ilham Aliyev awards group of outstanding youth - decree
30 January 17:24 -
Artificial Intelligence IPOs poised to drive next wave of S&P 500 growth
30 January 17:23 -
Iran, Turkiye reject foreign interference in regional developments, says FM Araghchi
30 January 17:04 -
EU on high alert as Nipah cases confirmed in India
30 January 16:51 -
Banks in Azerbaijan pay over $754 mln in depositor interest in January
30 January 16:37 -
State Academic Musical Theatre unveils new repertoire [PHOTOS]
30 January 16:19 -
Poti–Baku express block train set to streamline cargo transport between Georgia, Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]
30 January 16:03 -
Azerbaijani banks report $318mln net dollar inflow amid growing confidence in manat
30 January 15:41 -
National judokas to compete at Int'l Belgian Judo Open
30 January 15:23 -
Nipah virus update: two confirmed cases in West Bengal, containment ongoing
30 January 15:05 -
Eurovision to mark its anniversary with first-ever live tour across Europe
30 January 14:47 -
Russia signals readiness to evacuate staff from Iran’s Bushehr nuclear plant if needed
30 January 14:29 -
Apple revenue hits record $143.8 billion as iPhone sales surge
30 January 14:18 -
Azerbaijan and Georgia finalize agreements to boost BTK railway operations
30 January 14:11 -
Global trade in flux: How US tariffs, UK-China ties, and EU-India deals reshaping world economy
30 January 14:07 -
Inside the Ukraine War: Russia's casualties rise as territorial changes slow
30 January 13:55 -
Azerbaijan's Sea Breeze mega project presented in UK [PHOTOS]
30 January 13:39 -
Azerbaijani skier delivers outstanding result at ski competition in Andorra [PHOTOS]
30 January 13:22 -
Trump warns UK against deepening business ties with China
30 January 13:03 -
Middle Corridor cuts China–Europe cargo times in half, challenging Suez routes
30 January 12:45