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Baku-Ankara economic bloc gains weight in shifting Eurasian trade map

Baku-Ankara economic bloc gains weight in shifting Eurasian trade map

In January–February of this year, trade turnover between Azerbaijan and Turkiye amounted to 877.1 million USD, which represents a decline of 127.5 million USD or 12.7% compared to the same period in 2025. Turkiye accounted for 14% of Azerbaijan’s overall foreign trade, maintaining its position as the country’s second-largest trading partner after Italy.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Hellenic Republic

President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to President of Hellenic Republic

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sent a congratulatory letter to Constantine An. Tassoulas, President of the Hellenic Republic, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan boosts gas exports to Türkiye by nearly 30% early this year

Azerbaijan boosts gas exports to Türkiye by nearly 30% early this year

In January this year, Azerbaijan exported a total of 1.037 billion cubic meters of natural gas to Türkiye, marking a significant increase in bilateral energy trade. As reported by AzerNEWS, according to a report by Türkiye’s Energy Market Regulatory Authority (EPDK), the figure represents a 29.96% increase compared...

Business
Azerbaijan among top buyers as Russian confectionery exports hit record

Azerbaijan among top buyers as Russian confectionery exports hit record

The report notes that Azerbaijan ranked third among the largest importers of Russian sugar confectionery products last year, highlighting strong demand in the Azerbaijani market. The report notes that Azerbaijan ranked third among the largest importers of Russian sugar confectionery products last year, highlighting strong demand in the Azerbaijani market. Overall, Russia exported...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Fresh cargo transit to Armenia passes through Azerbaijan

Fresh cargo transit to Armenia passes through Azerbaijan

A new batch of goods is set to be transported to Armenia via Azerbaijan today, marking another step in the ongoing transit operations through the country’s territory, AzerNEWS reports.

World
IRGC says US is 'negotiating with itself'

IRGC says US is 'negotiating with itself'

Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) declared on Wednesday that the United States is "negotiating with itself," following US President Donald Trump's previous remarks, 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
Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions are now open for the art exhibition "Colors of Spring" (Baharın rəngləri), held under the motto: "Stay in Touch with Nature – Capture Its Charm," AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan unveils ‘FotoBax’ contest under global ‘Children’s Eyes on Earth’ initiative

Azerbaijan unveils ‘FotoBax’ contest under global ‘Children’s Eyes on Earth’ initiative

The national photography contest “FotoBax” has officially been launched in Azerbaijan as part of the international “Children’s Eyes on Earth” project. The initiative is supported by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and leader of the IDEA Public Union, and was initiated by internationally renowned photographer Reza Deqati, founder of the “Reza Visual Academy” association.

Analysis

Events
AzerGold organises social campaign on occasion of Ramadan and Novruz holidays [PHOTOS]

AzerGold organises social campaign on occasion of Ramadan and Novruz holidays [PHOTOS]

“AzerGold” Closed Joint-Stock Company (CJSC) has carried out a social responsibility campaign in connection with the holy month of Ramadan and the Novruz holiday.

Sports
Azerbaijan shines at International Judo Tournament in Germany

Azerbaijan shines at International Judo Tournament in Germany

The Thuringia Cup in Bad Blankenburg, Germany has concluded, marking the 32nd edition of the traditional international judo tournament.

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