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Azerbaijan prioritises export competitiveness over currency gains

Azerbaijan prioritises export competitiveness over currency gains

The recent monetary intervention by the Central Bank of Azerbaijan stands as one of the most significant financial maneuvers in the country’s modern economic history, marking a decisive moment in the management of the national currency. During the month of April 2026, the Central Bank actively entered the domestic foreign exchange market to purchase a staggering one billion US dollars.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev to join 8th European Political Community summit in Yerevan via video link

President Ilham Aliyev to join 8th European Political Community summit in Yerevan via video link

President Ilham Aliyev will join the 8th European Political Community (EPC) summit, being held today in Yerevan, via video link, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light crude falls over 2% in global markets

Azeri Light crude falls over 2% in global markets

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil has declined at major export points, reflecting a broader downturn in global oil markets.

Business
Azerbaijan banks’ assets near 35 billion USD as sector maintains growth momentum

Azerbaijan banks’ assets near 35 billion USD as sector maintains growth momentum

The total assets of operating banks in Azerbaijan approached 58 billion manat, reflecting continued stability in the financial sector, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Beyond conflict: how Ankara, Baku, and Yerevan testing new regional order [OPINION]

Beyond conflict: how Ankara, Baku, and Yerevan testing new regional order [OPINION]

For much of the past three decades, the South Caucasus has been defined by closed borders, frozen conflicts and missed opportunities. Today, that static picture is beginning to shift. The emerging interplay between Ankara, Yerevan and Baku suggests that the region, long treated as a geopolitical periphery, is cautiously repositioning itself as a corridor of strategic relevance, for its immediate neighbours and for Europe as a whole.

World
Iran rejects 15-year uranium enrichment freeze in proposal to US

Iran rejects 15-year uranium enrichment freeze in proposal to US

Iran’s proposals conveyed to the United States through intermediaries do not include a commitment to suspend its uranium enrichment program for a period of 15 years, AzerNEWS reports, citing Fars News Agency.

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
Threads that bind time: Journey through Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 [PHOTOS]

Threads that bind time: Journey through Int'l Carpet Festival 2026 [PHOTOS]

There is a moment just before the sun crests over the Caspian Sea when the ancient limestone walls of Baku's Icherisheher seem to hold their breath. But this May, the Old City is not sleeping; it is singing in a symphony of silk, wool, and color. The cobblestones that have weathered empires are now draped in the magnificent legacy of Azerbaijan. Welcome to the 2026 International Carpet Festival, where history isn't just remembered; it is woven.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit International Carpet Festival [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visit International Carpet Festival [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Arzu Aliyeva, Head of the Baku Media Center, visited the International Carpet Festival held at Gosha Gala Square in Icherisheher, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Special Forces complete training session for reservists [PHOTOS]

In accordance with the plan, the reservists participated in fire, tactical, drill, physical, and socio-political training classes, as well as theoretical and practical classes in various specialties, along with educational discussions on patriotism.

Sports
Azerbaijan Premier League: FC Qarabag to face Turan Tovuz

Azerbaijan Premier League: FC Qarabag to face Turan Tovuz

A key clash in the Azerbaijan Premier League will take place on May 4 as Qarabag and Turan Tovuz face off in a decisive match for second place, AzerNEWS reports.

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