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SOCAR’s Uzbekistan venture marks its shift from national champion to global operator

SOCAR’s Uzbekistan venture marks its shift from national champion to global operator

The burgeoning strategic alliance between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan has rapidly evolved from traditional diplomatic goodwill into one of the most consequential economic and geopolitical partnerships in modern Eurasia.

Nation
Azerbaijani Parliament Speaker addresses Inter-Parliamentary Conference

Azerbaijani Parliament Speaker addresses Inter-Parliamentary Conference

Speaker of Azerbaijan's Parliament Sahiba Gafarova delivered a video address to the Second Inter-Parliamentary Speakers' Conference in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, held under the theme "Solidarity for Peace and Shared Prosperity: Strengthening International Law and Resolving Conflicts Peacefully."

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $92.89 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises to $92.89 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude increased by ...

Business
Azerbaijan tightens import rules to protect consumer safety

Azerbaijan tightens import rules to protect consumer safety

Azerbaijan will strengthen controls over the compliance of imported non-food consumer goods with safety requirements.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Russia to send more grain to Armenia in transit via Azerbaijan

Russia to send more grain to Armenia in transit via Azerbaijan

Another shipment from Russia to Armenia will be transported in transit through Azerbaijan.

World
Russia says 313 Ukrainian drones were downed in overnight attack

Russia says 313 Ukrainian drones were downed in overnight attack

Russia’s Rostov region came under a large-scale Ukrainian drone attack early Saturday, with strikes reported in Rostov-on-Don and several surrounding districts, according to regional authorities.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Most beautiful places to experience autumn in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Most beautiful places to experience autumn in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Autumn is a magical time of year, filled with magnificent natural beauty. It's a perfect season to enjoy so many outdoor activities, including apple picking, hiking, outdoor festivals, and other things.

Culture
Azerbaijan's new UNESCO Envoy presents credentials to Director-General [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's new UNESCO Envoy presents credentials to Director-General [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's newly appointed Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Fakhraddin Ismayilov, has presented his credentials to UNESCO Director-General Khaled El-Enany.

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, Türkiye and Georgia strengthen military cooperation [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan, Türkiye and Georgia strengthen military cooperation [PHOTOS]

Final Planning Conference for the "Eternity-2026" computer-assisted command-staff exercise with the participation of military personnel from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, and Georgia, has concluded.

Sports
Lausanne to host 2028 World Judo Championships

Lausanne to host 2028 World Judo Championships

The 2028 World Judo Championships will be held in Lausanne, Switzerland, the International Judo Federation (IJF) announced.

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