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Azerbaijan’s new agricultural program signals shift toward food independence

Azerbaijan’s new agricultural program signals shift toward food independence

The newly unveiled State Program for the Development of Agricultural, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Production and Processing in the Republic of Azerbaijan for 2026–2030 represents a profound and structural shift in the nation’s approach to agrarian economic sovereignty.

Nation
Second International Barbecue Festival started in Shamakhi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Second International Barbecue Festival started in Shamakhi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The rich aromas of open-fire cooking filled the air in the picturesque village of Meysari on June 13 as the highly anticipated Shamakhi Barbecue Festival officially got underway, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil prices drop over 6% amid global market slump

Azeri Light oil prices drop over 6% amid global market slump

The price of Azerbaijan's flagship "Azeri Light" crude oil has experienced a sharp decline, dropping by $6.35, or 6.57%, to settle at $90.50 per barrel on a CIF basis at the Italian port of Augusta, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Bank BTB transformed into non-bank credit organization

Bank BTB transformed into non-bank credit organization

Bank BTB OJSC has officially changed its name and organizational-legal form, becoming “T-Credit” Limited Liability Non-Bank Credit Organization (NBCO), AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan calls for joint work with Azerbaijan on missing persons issue

Pashinyan calls for joint work with Azerbaijan on missing persons issue

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has stated that Armenia and Azerbaijan should work together to address the issue of missing persons, describing it as an important humanitarian matter that concerns both countries, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Israel orders several towns in Lebanon to evacuate

Israel orders several towns in Lebanon to evacuate

The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) issued an evacuation order to several towns and villages in southern Lebanon that will be affected by its operation against Hezbollah, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
'Tiny Worlds' group exhibition of young artists opens at Leyla Khazari Art Gallery [PHOTOS]

'Tiny Worlds' group exhibition of young artists opens at Leyla Khazari Art Gallery [PHOTOS]

A group exhibition of young artists titled "Tiny Worlds" has been successfully held at Leyla Khazari Art Gallery,AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
National musicians fascinate audience in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]

National musicians fascinate audience in Uzbekistan [PHOTOS]

Spectacular concert program dedicated to the rich heritage of Azerbaijani music has been presented at the Uzbekistan State Conservatory in Tashkent, 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
Earthquake hits Azerbaijan's Gabala district

Earthquake hits Azerbaijan's Gabala district

According to the Republican Seismic Survey Center, the earthquake occurred in the Gabala district, approximately 11 kilometers southwest of the Gabala seismic station.

Sports
Azerbaijani chess players to compete at World Junior Championship in Italy

Azerbaijani chess players to compete at World Junior Championship in Italy

The World Junior Chess Championship is set to take place in Montesilvano, bringing together young talents from 86 countries, AzerNEWS reports.

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