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Azerbaijan joins Türkiye’s KAAN programme in shift from oil to aerospace

Azerbaijan joins Türkiye’s KAAN programme in shift from oil to aerospace

The emergence of Azerbaijan as a manufacturing hub for components of Turkiye’s most ambitious aerospace projects—the KAAN fifth-generation stealth fighter and the HÜRKUŞ advanced trainer aircraft—marks a definitive departure from the country’s traditional economic and military identity. For decades, Azerbaijan’s regional standing was defined by its role as a reliable energy corridor and a significant purchaser of foreign military hardware. However, the announcement by TUSAŞ (TAI) CEO Mehmet Demiroğlu regarding the localization of component production within Azerbaijani borders signals a transition toward a high-tech industrial future. This shift is not merely a tactical arrangement between allies; it is a profound strategic evolution that offers Azerbaijan transformative benefits in terms of sovereignty, economic diversification, and intellectual capital.

Nation
Azerbaijan PM Ali Asadov leads meeting on flood damage response

Azerbaijan PM Ali Asadov leads meeting on flood damage response

A meeting was held under the chairmanship of Prime Minister Ali Asadov, with the participation of leaders from various central, city, and district government bodies, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Europe’s energy dilemma: Gulf instability forces Caspian rethink

Europe’s energy dilemma: Gulf instability forces Caspian rethink

Growing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz are raising concerns about global energy security and accelerating the search for diversified supply routes. In this context, Azerbaijan is strengthening its position as a reliable energy partner, expanding gas supplies to Europe and reinforcing its strategic role in the evolving energy landscape.

Business
Azerbaijan’s money supply grows 5.2% year-on-year by March 2026

Azerbaijan’s money supply grows 5.2% year-on-year by March 2026

As of March 1, 2026, Azerbaijan’s broad money supply (M3 aggregate) reached AZN 49.116 billion, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
In shadow of regional war, South Caucasus turns to cooperation

In shadow of regional war, South Caucasus turns to cooperation

Three years ago, the idea of Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia building a common regional home seemed a noble wish - admirable in concept, impossibly remote in practice. Today, with fuel flowing from Baku to Yerevan, missiles flying south of the border, and three countries learning to speak directly to one another for the first time, the foundations have quietly been laid.

World
S. Korea restarts operation of Gori-2 nuclear reactor

S. Korea restarts operation of Gori-2 nuclear reactor

South Korea restarted the Gori-2 reactor on Saturday three years after the suspension for safety checks and facility improvement, the country's nuclear reactor operator said, AzerNEWS reports, citing Yonhap.

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
Trust and skepticism toward AI-generated cultural content

Trust and skepticism toward AI-generated cultural content

The rapid integration of artificial intelligence into art, music, and media has created a paradox. AI-generated cultural content is increasingly widespread and sophisticated, yet public trust in it remains deeply unstable.

Culture
Prominent Azerbaijani journalist appointed Press Secretary at State University

Prominent Azerbaijani journalist appointed Press Secretary at State University

A new personnel appointment has been made at Mingachevir State University.

Analysis

Events
No sabotage found in Turkish C-130 crash in Georgia, prosecutors say

No sabotage found in Turkish C-130 crash in Georgia, prosecutors say

No evidence of external interference has been found in the crash of a Turkish Air Force C-130 military transport aircraft in Georgia, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office.

Sports
Baku Open table tennis tournament kicks off

Baku Open table tennis tournament kicks off

The “Baku Open” table tennis tournament has officially started in Azerbaijan’s capital, bringing together amateur and veteran players in a celebration of the sport, AzerNEWS reports.

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