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Azerbaijan reduces greenhouse gas emissions despite global rise

Azerbaijan reduces greenhouse gas emissions despite global rise

Every extra fraction of a degree in average global temperature is a direct contributor to the intensifying climate risks that humanity is now grappling with. The headlines we see all too often about the apocalyptic intensity of wildfires, sudden, paralyzing floods, and record-breaking heat are not isolated cases. These are the symptoms that the planet is going beyond its limits.

Nation
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Minister of External Affairs of India [PHOTOS]

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Minister of External Affairs of India [PHOTOS]

On October 23, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Subrahmanyam Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of the Republic of India.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR and Eni eye expansion into joint energy projects in third countries

SOCAR and Eni eye expansion into joint energy projects in third countries

Azerbaijan’s State Oil Company, SOCAR, is evaluating options to expand its collaboration with Italian energy giant Eni S.p.A. on joint initiatives in third countries, according to Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy, Mikayil Jabbarov.

Business
Azerbaijan expects 872M manat in state dividends in updated 2027 budget

Azerbaijan expects 872M manat in state dividends in updated 2027 budget

This revised estimate updates earlier revenue targets published by the Ministry of Finance. In its preliminary outline for the 2027 state and consolidated budgets, the Ministry had originally benchmarked dividend contributions at 855 million manats.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Armenia continues to hold discussions with Azerbaijan and Türkiye on reopening the Armenia–Türkiye border, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on October 22.

World
Heatwaves in Europe kill at least 50,000 people in summer 2026

Heatwaves in Europe kill at least 50,000 people in summer 2026

At least 50,000 people have died as a result of the severe heatwaves observed across Europe in the summer of 2026.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan marks International Chefs Day with charity event for children [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan marks International Chefs Day with charity event for children [PHOTOS]

International Chefs Day is celebrated annually on October 20 to honour culinary professionals and promote the sharing of cooking knowledge with younger generations.

Culture
Exhibition 'Summer Dreams' to open at Khatai Arts Center

Exhibition 'Summer Dreams' to open at Khatai Arts Center

As part of the project "Connect with Nature, Portray Its Splendor!", a creative exhibition titled "Summer Dreams" (Yay arzuları) will be held at the Khatai Arts Center on October 27-28.

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’s US ambassador participates in Drake Energy Forum in Pennsylvania [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan’s US ambassador participates in Drake Energy Forum in Pennsylvania [PHOTOS]

On October 19-20, Azerbaijan’s Ambassador to the United States, Khazar Ibrahim, paid a working visit to Pennsylvania to participate in the Drake Forum, held in the cities of Oil City and Titusville.

Sports
Wrestling Federation and Sport Academy launch internship program for young physiotherapists [PHOTOS]

Wrestling Federation and Sport Academy launch internship program for young physiotherapists [PHOTOS]

A presentation ceremony was held for young physiotherapists in the national wrestling teams.

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