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Why Davos matters more than ever for Azerbaijan in fragmenting global economy

Why Davos matters more than ever for Azerbaijan in fragmenting global economy

In the glittering heights of Davos-Klosters, where billionaires rub shoulders with heads of state and policy wonks compete with tech gurus for airtime, this year’s World Economic Forum opened against an unusually jagged global backdrop. The 56th Annual Meeting, convened under the theme “A Spirit of Dialogue,” arrives at a moment when cooperation is both at a premium and in peril. A record turnout, nearly 400 political leaders, more than 850 chief executives and luminaries from almost 130 nations, underscores the urgency of the moment.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev meets with Prime Minister of Iraqi Kurdistan in Davos [PHOTOS]

President Ilham Aliyev meets with Prime Minister of Iraqi Kurdistan in Davos [PHOTOS]

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Prime Minister of Iraqi Kurdistan Masrour Barzani in Davos on January 20, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan's natural gas exports to Serbia surge in January–November 2025

Azerbaijan's natural gas exports to Serbia surge in January–November 2025

Between January and November 2025, Azerbaijan exported 192.6 million cubic meters of natural gas in gaseous form to Serbia, worth $106.4 million, Azernews reports, citing the State Statistical Committee.

Business
Azerbaijan’s cement production rises in 2025 despite decline in construction materials output

Azerbaijan’s cement production rises in 2025 despite decline in construction materials output

Azerbaijan produced 4.142 million tons of cement in 2025, marking an increase compared to the previous year.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Azerbaijan, Armenia assess Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section as part of regional connectivity push

Azerbaijan, Armenia assess Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section as part of regional connectivity push

On January 15, representatives of Azerbaijan and Armenia jointly reviewed the current state of the Sadarak-Yeraskh railway section, the Cabinet of Ministers announced, as part of cooperation aimed at restoring key transport infrastructure across the South Caucasus, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Trump says had 'very good call' with Rutte over Greenland

Trump says had 'very good call' with Rutte over Greenland

U.S. President Donald Trump posted overnight that he’d spoken to NATO chief Mark Rutte, agreed to a meeting in Davos with key players on Greenland — then leaked an apparent text message from French President Emmanuel Macron, shared a map of the Western Hemisphere showing Canada (and Venezuela) as American, and berated Britain for ceding a military base in the Indian Ocean, Azernews reports citing Politico.

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
Etibar Asadli infuses Middle Eastern rhythms in latest album [PHOTOS]

Etibar Asadli infuses Middle Eastern rhythms in latest album [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's pianist and composer Etibar Asadli has presented his new album, WYA (Who You Are), to an audience at Paris' "La Petite Halle", Azernews reports.

Culture
YARAT launches third season of film school [PHOTOS]

YARAT launches third season of film school [PHOTOS]

YARAT Contemporary Art Space has officially launched the third season of the YARAT Contemporary Art School, focusing on the world of cinema, Azernews reports.

Events
January 20 and rise of Azerbaijan’s national liberation movement

January 20 and rise of Azerbaijan’s national liberation movement

In the history of Azerbaijan, there are many unforgettable days and indelible moments that have been permanently engraved in memory. January 20, 1990, is not only a great tragedy for the Azerbaijani people, but also a day of national pride and honor—a day when a heroic epic was written with blood and sacrifice.

Sports
Chess Federation announces finalists for National Championship [PHOTOS]

Chess Federation announces finalists for National Championship [PHOTOS]

The First Division of the Azerbaijan Chess Championship has come to a close, Azernews reports.

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