Azerbaijan's economic transformation creates new opportunities for global investors
Azerbaijan is entering an important stage of economic transformation. For decades, the country’s economic development was closely associated with its oil and gas resources, which played a decisive role in building national wealth, modernizing infrastructure, and strengthening its position in regional and global energy markets. However, the economic priorities of Azerbaijan are now evolving. The country is moving toward a more diversified economic structure, where energy remains a strategic advantage but is complemented by new growth sectors such as renewable energy, logistics, technology, agriculture, tourism, and manufacturing.
President Ilham Aliyev approves expansion of list of legal entities exempt from customs duties
President Ilham Aliyev signed a law amending the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On the Customs Tariff.”
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Azerbaijan applies new urban agenda principles across liberated territories, official says
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Azerbaijan Air Force conducts tactical flight exercises [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan sign deal to Establish geological exploration joint venture [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan's Bayramov holds talks with Russia's Lavrov in Moscow [PHOTOS]
Azerbaijan boosts gas exports amid rising European demand
Azerbaijan exported 12.7 billion cubic meters of natural gas to foreign markets in the first six months of this year.
Gold edges higher on COMEX
Gold futures rose modestly on the COMEX division of the New York Mercantile Exchange, while silver prices moved lower in the latest trading session.
Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million
Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1286 million to Armenia in January-June of this year.
Russia asks Iran to suspend flower export certifications over Armenian-origin concerns
Russia’s Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor) asked Iran’s Plant Protection Organization to temporarily suspend the certification of flower products intended for export to Russia.
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National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]
As part of the Venice Biennale, works by Azerbaijani artists are being exhibited at Palazzo da Mula, AzerNEWS reports.
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Culture Ministry hosts professional state protocol training [PHOTOS]
Azerbaijan is taking new steps to strengthen the professional capacity of its cultural institutions and expand its role in international cultural dialogue, AzerNEWS reports.
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Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum
Pakistan-based English-language news outlet Dispatch News Desk (DND) has published an analytical article examining the outcomes of the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, describing the event as an important platform for addressing the evolving role of media in an increasingly complex information environment.
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Reconstruction work continues at Bayil Stadium [PHOTOS]
In accordance with the decision adopted at the AFFA Executive Committee meeting on June 25, 2025, renovation works are underway at Bayil Stadium and the administrative building located on its premises, AzerNEWS reports.
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Azerbaijan boosts gas exports amid rising European demand
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Culture Ministry hosts professional state protocol training [PHOTOS]
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Jahangir Jahangirov Choir delights audience at international music festival [PHOTOS]
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President Ilham Aliyev approves expansion of list of legal entities exempt from customs duties
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Azerbaijan applies new urban agenda principles across liberated territories, official says
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Russia asks Iran to suspend flower export certifications over Armenian-origin concerns
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Azerbaijan Air Force conducts tactical flight exercises [PHOTOS]
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Culture summer school participants explore Karabakh's historical and cultural sites [PHOTOS]
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China to offer 5,000 AI training opportunities to developing countries
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Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan sign deal to Establish geological exploration joint venture [PHOTOS]
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World Cup final might be postponed amid wildfire smoke
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Azerbaijan's Bayramov holds talks with Russia's Lavrov in Moscow [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan's economic transformation creates new opportunities for global investors
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Kuwait: Iran's attack damaged water, power plant
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Book on First Turkological Congress presented in Baku [PHOTOS]
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Trump's teleprompter operator under investigation for alleged $100K insider betting
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Archaeological summer school launched in Karabakh [PHOTOS]
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Russian couple faces deportation from Türkiye after reading Bible inside Hagia Sophia
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IRGC claims strike on U.S. command center in Syria
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President Ilham Aliyev received credentials of Ireland’s newly appointed ambassador [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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President Ilham Aliyev received credentials of newly appointed Omani ambassador [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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JD Vance claims Epstein had ties to US, Israeli intelligence agencies
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President Ilham Aliyev receives credentials of incoming Cambodian ambassador [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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President Ilham Aliyev receives credentials of newly appointed Brazilian ambassador [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
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Axios: Trump rebukes Netanyahu over remarks on F-35 sales to Türkiye
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Netanyahu government reportedly weighs limiting expat flights ahead of election
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Gold edges higher on COMEX
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Reconstruction work continues at Bayil Stadium [PHOTOS]
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Azeri Light oil climbs to $88.82 per barrel
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Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum
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Türkiye expands tax incentives for nuclear energy investments with new amendments to economic reform bill
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Record trade surplus gives Azerbaijan greater firepower to defend manat
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PayPal plans to acquire a payment system
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First VP Mehriban Aliyeva provides support to Nurani, who is suffering from cancer
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Türkiye turns political turmoil into economic resilience
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Europe drives export growth as supply chains shift
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US considers new green card application requirement
16 July 22:16 -
Ankara offers one-year deal to safeguard Iraqi oil exports
16 July 21:45 -
South Korean president's approval slips
16 July 21:13 -
President Aliyev reaffirms Azerbaijan's support for Türkiye honoring July 15 martyrs
16 July 20:41 -
Azerbaijan, Georgia and Türkiye deepen defense cooperation through 'Eternity-2026'
16 July 20:06 -
Baku's tourism boom runs into diversification reckoning by World Bank
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Iran slams US strike near children's cancer hospital
16 July 19:11 -
Semi-final stage of Azercell Cup – 2026 programming competition concludes
16 July 18:53 -
US approves missile guidance supply to Riyadh
16 July 18:40 -
U-17 World Wrestling Championships sets new participation records
16 July 18:23 -
Culture summer school participants visit Uzbek Language and Culture Center in Ganja [PHOTOS]
16 July 17:50 -
Azerbaijani judokas claim 109 medals in first half of year
16 July 17:25 -
Türkiye opposes spread of war to Black Sea, Hakan Fidan says
16 July 17:09 -
Ukraine open to Zelensky-Putin meeting in Türkiye, FM says
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Azerbaijan, UN-Habitat sign agreement to support sustainable development in East Zangazur [PHOTOS]
16 July 16:27 -
Ganja to host Olympic Hopes international karate tournament
16 July 16:10 -
Azerbaijan, Serbia hold high-level military cooperation talks in Baku [PHOTOS]
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CineMastercard launches open-air cinema at CaspiMayr Retreat Beach Resort in Sea Breeze [VIDEO]
16 July 15:20 -
Honored Artist Nahida Orujova marks 65th birthday with special performance [PHOTOS]
16 July 15:00 -
Slovakia's gas push reveals bigger shift in Europe's energy future
16 July 14:47 -
Netanyahu delays US trip after sudden schedule change
16 July 14:21 -
Houthis preparing Bab al-Mandab Strait closure
16 July 14:03 -
Gold eases while silver posts modest gains
16 July 13:45 -
Azerbaijan in talks to turn Gabala Airport into regional aviation hub
16 July 13:26 -
Culture Minister visits newly discovered ancient settlement in Yardimli [PHOTOS]
16 July 13:01 -
Iran warns of retaliation over Trump's latest desire to strike its infrastructure
16 July 12:43 -
Kazakhstan transits 704,000 tons of oil via BTC pipeline in H1 2026
16 July 12:29 -
President Ilham Aliyev received John Deere delegation [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
16 July 12:27 -
Palestine's Prime Minister visits Alley of Honors in Baku [PHOTOS]
16 July 12:07 -
Donald Trump shares article highlighting President Ilham Aliyev’s remarks on peace efforts [PHOTOS]
16 July 12:06 -
President Ilham Aliyev received Prime Minister of Palestine [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
16 July 11:53 -
Heavy rainfall in Russia’s Sverdlovsk Region submerges hundreds of homes
16 July 11:47 -
Anglo Asian Mining posts $159 mln in H1 revenue as copper sales surge
16 July 11:23 -
Trend correspondent wins chess tournament marking National Press Day [PHOTOS]
16 July 11:02 -
Azeri Light oil price climbs above $86 per barrel
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Azerbaijan's Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov departs for official visit to Russia
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Azerbaijan evacuates crew members from ship attacked near Odesa
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China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers
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Azerbaijan's Sukuk ambitions mark new chapter in capital markets
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Shipping data firm: Hormuz increasingly unstable
16 July 08:00 -
Japan gives crypto financial status
15 July 23:30 -
Bessent: Trump $1 gold coin to go into production
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EU may hit Google with fresh fines next week
15 July 22:23 -
Britain weighs midnight social media ban for older teens
15 July 21:45 -
Apple explores AI model optimization with PrismML
15 July 21:12 -
Von der Leyen, Zelenskyy sign EU-Ukraine drone deal
15 July 20:41 -
China's economy loses momentum
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Azerbaijan urges citizens to avoid conflict zones amid rising security risks
15 July 19:35 -
Azerbaijan's Central Bank faces delicate inflation balancing act
15 July 19:05 -
Azerbaijani tenor captivates audience with performance at Boston's Historic Jordan Hall [PHOTOS]
15 July 18:46 -
Russian student jailed after ordering pizza under Adolf Hitler's name
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Azerbaijan's fixed capital investments rise 13.8% in first half of 2026
15 July 18:05 -
Renowned cinematographer that left lasting impact local cinema [PHOTOS]
15 July 17:47 -
Lindsey Graham passed away hours after saying "I can't die now" in a call with Trump
15 July 17:21 -
Modern international airport in Alat FEZ to open by mid-2027, minister says
15 July 17:02 -
Azerbaijan's non-oil industrial output grows 4.1% in first half of 2026
15 July 16:46 -
Boxing team claims six medals at Brandenburg U19 Cup [PHOTOS]
15 July 16:24 -
Tunisia sharply increases oil imports from Azerbaijan
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Townhall: U.S.-Azerbaijan partnership reaches its peak
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Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million
15 July 15:22 -
Türkiye’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan heads to Ukraine for high-level talks
15 July 15:01 -
Slovakia's Shusha diplomacy reinforces Azerbaijan's strategic role in Europe
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Trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Sweden continues to grow
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Erdoğan: Resistance of 15 July is unparalleled in history of world democracy
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