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North–South Corridor set for fivefold growth as Azerbaijan upgrades key rail lines

North–South Corridor set for fivefold growth as Azerbaijan upgrades key rail lines

The modernization of key railway segments is already underway. The reconstruction of the Sumgait–Yalama line is expected to be completed by the end of the current year, thereby enhancing the corridor's capacity and efficiency. Meanwhile, the Horadiz–Agbend railway line is set to reach the Armenian border by 2026, promising an annual freight capacity of up to 15 million tons. In addition, Azerbaijan is restoring a 188–200 kilometer segment of railway passing through Nakhchivan, with construction poised to begin immediately after the design phase is completed.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev attends opening of AZWOOL mineral stone wool plant [PHOTOS]

President Ilham Aliyev attends opening of AZWOOL mineral stone wool plant [PHOTOS]

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the opening of the AZWOOL mineral stone wool production plant of the Matanat-a company in the Garadagh district of Baku, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light prices increase at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

Azeri Light prices increase at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

The price of Azerbaijan’s “Azeri Light” crude on a CIF basis at Italy’s Augusta port increased by USD 0.48, or 0.74 percent, compared to the previous figure, reaching USD 65.28 per barrel, Azernews reports.

Business
Falling Caspian water levels demand rethink of energy transport, says Chevron VP

Falling Caspian water levels demand rethink of energy transport, says Chevron VP

The declining water level of the Caspian Sea is making it necessary to reconsider current approaches to hydrocarbon transportation and transition toward more environmentally friendly solutions.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Armenia faces its moment of truth on constitutional reform [OPINION]

Armenia faces its moment of truth on constitutional reform [OPINION]

There is a saying that people are born the same, yet over time, desire and temptation can mould a person into something quite different, even reshaping their character. Countries, too, undergo such transformations; once freed from the levers of empires, they often experience a period of distortion before rediscovering who they truly are.

Armenian Aggression
Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues with testimonies from multiple victims [PHOTOS]

Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues with testimonies from multiple victims [PHOTOS]

The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, who is accused of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, financing terrorism, and other grave offenses under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, continued on November 25 at the Baku Military Court, Azernews reports.

World
Russian company unveils first bio-drones

Russian company unveils first bio-drones

The Russian company Neiry has announced the development of so-called “biodrons” — pigeons equipped with brain-implanted neural interfaces that allow operators to remotely influence and direct their flight. According to the developers, the technology is already ready for pilot deployment in infrastructure monitoring, 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

Lifestyle
National Carpet Museum presents project 'New Story of Kelaghayi' [PHOTOS]

National Carpet Museum presents project 'New Story of Kelaghayi' [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum has hosted the presentation of the project "The New Story of Kelaghayi", Azernews reports.

Culture
Young soloist takes stage in 'Asli and Kerem' opera [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Young soloist takes stage in 'Asli and Kerem' opera [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

As part of the 140th anniversary of the great Azerbaijani composer Uzeyir Hajibayli, the troupe of the Opera and Ballet Theater has come forward with another presentation, Azernews reports.

Events
Azercell expands initiatives to empower women in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Azercell expands initiatives to empower women in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Azercell Telecom continues to broaden its efforts to support and empower women across Azerbaijan. Speaking at the presentation of the Women’s Support Line Brochure in Spanish, held within the “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” campaign, Shirin Aliyeva, Chief Legal and Data Strategy Officer at Azercell, emphasized that the initiative carries both honor and great responsibility for the company, Azernews reports.

Sports
AFFA Executive Committee reviews preparations for FIFA U-20 World Cup

AFFA Executive Committee reviews preparations for FIFA U-20 World Cup

The AFFA Executive Committee has convened for its latest meeting, during which AFFA President Rovshan Najaf outlined the agenda for the session, Azernews reports.

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