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Azerbaijan's Sukuk ambitions mark new chapter in capital markets

Azerbaijan's Sukuk ambitions mark new chapter in capital markets

Azerbaijan's engagement with Islamic finance, specifically the issuance of Sukuk, is far from a sudden pivot; rather, it represents the patient culmination of a long-standing strategic interest. For years, policymakers and financial architects in Baku have quietly recognized the untapped potential of sharia-compliant instruments.

Nation
Azerbaijan evacuates crew members from ship attacked near Odesa

Azerbaijan evacuates crew members from ship attacked near Odesa

Ten Azerbaijani citizens who were serving aboard the civilian merchant vessel Atlas Bey, which came under attack near Ukraine's Odesa coast on July 14, have begun their journey home, AzerNEWS reports, citing Azerbaijan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Oil & Gas
Tunisia sharply increases oil imports from Azerbaijan

Tunisia sharply increases oil imports from Azerbaijan

Tunisia significantly increased its imports of Azerbaijani crude oil and petroleum products in the first five months of 2026, with supplies rising nearly fivefold compared to the same period last year, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan's fixed capital investments rise 13.8% in first half of 2026

Azerbaijan's fixed capital investments rise 13.8% in first half of 2026

Investments in fixed capital in Azerbaijan totaled 9.295 billion manat ($5.47 billion) in January–June 2026, marking a 13.8% increase in real terms compared to the same period last year, according to the State Statistics Committee, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Peace with Azerbaijan now hinges on Pashinyan's domestic battle

Peace with Azerbaijan now hinges on Pashinyan's domestic battle

The debate over constitutional reform in Armenia has moved far beyond the sphere of domestic politics. Today, it represents the final and perhaps most consequential issue standing between Armenia and Azerbaijan on the path toward a comprehensive peace agreement.

World
China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers

China says opposes US sanctions bill targeting Russia energy buyers

China said on Wednesday it "firmly opposes" a sanctions bill proposed by United States senators and supported by President Donald Trump that targets countries buying Russian energy, AzerNEWS reports, citing Tribune.

Analysis

Lifestyle
National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

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.

Culture
Azerbaijani tenor captivates audience with performance at Boston's Historic Jordan Hall [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijani tenor captivates audience with performance at Boston's Historic Jordan Hall [PHOTOS]

The historic Jordan Hall in Boston, Massachusetts, hosted a performance of composer Christopher Tin's celebrated vocal-symphonic masterpiece, The Drop That Contained the Sea, presented by the Boston Festival Orchestra, 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
Shusha Global Media Forum returns this time in its most consequential form yet

Shusha Global Media Forum returns this time in its most consequential form yet

On July 13–14, Shusha will host the fourth edition of its Global Media Forum under the theme "The Mission of Media in Promoting Peace: Restoring Truth and Rebuilding Trust." Nearly 160 media representatives, experts, and officials from 54 countries are expected, including delegates from some 30 international news agencies and more than 60 leading media organisations, making it one of the most internationally diverse gatherings the South Caucasus media calendar has seen this year.

Sports
Boxing team claims six medals at Brandenburg U19 Cup [PHOTOS]

Boxing team claims six medals at Brandenburg U19 Cup [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's boxing team has claimed six medals at the 31st Brandenburg U19 Cup held in Frankfurt, Germany, AzerNEWS reports.

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