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Azerbaijan looks to Southeast Asia to turn its transit routes into trade

Azerbaijan looks to Southeast Asia to turn its transit routes into trade

Cambodia’s visit to Baku reveals an unusual diplomatic opening. Azerbaijan wants to turn political goodwill into trade, investment and a place in Asia’s wider networks.

Nation
Baku, Beijing explore agricultural technology cooperation and export opportunities [PHOTOS]

Baku, Beijing explore agricultural technology cooperation and export opportunities [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan and China have discussed expanding scientific and technological cooperation in agriculture, introducing modern agricultural technologies and increasing opportunities for Azerbaijani agricultural products to enter the Chinese market.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $131.62 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises to $131.62 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil on a CIF basis at Italy’s port of Augusta increased by $0.81, or 0.62%, from the previous level to $131.62 per barrel, according to oil market participants.

Business
EU plans annual quota of 350,000 Chinese hybrid car imports

EU plans annual quota of 350,000 Chinese hybrid car imports

The European Union (EU) plans to introduce an annual quota of 350,000 hybrid vehicles imported from China.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Hadrut’s liberation: strategic turning point in Azerbaijan’s 44-Day war

Hadrut’s liberation: strategic turning point in Azerbaijan’s 44-Day war

October 9 holds a special place in Azerbaijan’s modern history as the anniversary of Hadrut’s liberation during the 44-day Patriotic War of 2020. Located in the Khojavand district of Karabakh, Hadrut occupied a strategically important position because of its mountainous terrain, surrounding heights and connections with neighboring areas. Its liberation strengthened Azerbaijan’s military position in the southern part of the battlefield and created favorable conditions for subsequent operations toward Shusha.

World
Netanyahu seeks prosecution of Israeli soldiers featured in award-winning documentary 'NAZA'

Netanyahu seeks prosecution of Israeli soldiers featured in award-winning documentary 'NAZA'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has called on the country’s attorney general and the head of the Shin Bet domestic security service to identify military personnel who appeared in the documentary NAZA and pursue legal action against them, accusing them of damaging Israel’s diplomatic and security interests.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Why offline hobbies are finding their place in modern life [PHOTOS]

Why offline hobbies are finding their place in modern life [PHOTOS]

Knitting, gardening, pottery, baking and reading may seem like simple ways to spend free time, but they are receiving fresh attention from researchers studying leisure and mental well-being. These activities require patience and practice, and their results cannot always be achieved at the touch of a button.

Culture
Feature film '44' premiered at Heydar Aliyev Center [VIDEO]

Feature film '44' premiered at Heydar Aliyev Center [VIDEO]

The premiere of the feature film "44" was held yesterday at the Heydar Aliyev Center.

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
Azerbaijan hosts diplomats from 17 countries for foreign policy training programme [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan hosts diplomats from 17 countries for foreign policy training programme [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan has hosted 19 foreign diplomats from 17 countries as part of an international professional development programme aimed at strengthening diplomatic skills, exchanging policy expertise and expanding cooperation with international partners.

Sports
Freestyle wrestling team step up World Championship preparations

Freestyle wrestling team step up World Championship preparations

Azerbaijan's national freestyle wrestling team has begun a training camp at the Guba Olympic Sports Complex ahead of the upcoming World Championships in Astana, Kazakhstan.

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