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Azerbaijan's railway goes digital to chase Middle Corridor volumes

Azerbaijan's railway goes digital to chase Middle Corridor volumes

The Middle Corridor's promise has long outrun its infrastructure. A flurry of digital pilots and rail contracts suggests the gap may finally be narrowing

Nation
Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan plan to resume passenger ferry service across Caspian Sea

Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan plan to resume passenger ferry service across Caspian Sea

Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan are working to resume passenger transportation across the Caspian Sea between the ports of Aktau and Baku, Kazakhstan’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan Alim Bayel said.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $108.18 per barrel in Augusta

Azeri Light oil price rises to $108.18 per barrel in Augusta

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port rose by $0.87, or 0.81%, from the previous level to $108.18 per barrel on a CIF basis.

Business
Azerbaijan sees 39% export growth in 2026

Azerbaijan sees 39% export growth in 2026

Azerbaijan’s trade turnover increased by 6.9% year-on-year to $30.0174 billion in January-July 2026. According to the State Statistics Committee, the value of exports rose by ...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Black Garden risks reviving old divisions as Azerbaijan and Armenia move towards peace

Black Garden risks reviving old divisions as Azerbaijan and Armenia move towards peace

Günel Salimova, Counsellor at the Embassy of Azerbaijan in London, writes in response to Phuong Le’s review of The Black Garden, explaining that the documentary presents the former Nagorno-Karabakh conflict through an overly nationalistic lens and risks reinforcing divisions at a time when Azerbaijan and Armenia are moving towards peace. She says the human cost of the conflict should not be overlooked, but argues that the focus should now shift towards reconciliation, cross-border trade and emerging regional connectivity.

World
Ben-Gvir calls on Netanyahu to recognize Argentina’s sovereignty over Falklands after UK settlement ban

Ben-Gvir calls on Netanyahu to recognize Argentina’s sovereignty over Falklands after UK settlement ban

Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has hit back at Britain’s decision to ban imports and exports involving illegal Israeli settlements, calling on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to recognize Argentina’s sovereignty over the Falkland Islands and impose sanctions on the UK.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage showcased in Malaysia [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage showcased in Malaysia [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's rich cultural heritage was showcased at the "International Intercultural Day" festival in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Culture
Fidan Hajiyeva Int'l Opera Festival kicks off in Baku [PHOTOS]

Fidan Hajiyeva Int'l Opera Festival kicks off in Baku [PHOTOS]

The evening was supposed to begin under the open sky, but it started with rain. Just as everything was ready for the opening of the third Fidan Hajiyeva International Opera Festival at the Summer Theatre of the Azerbaijan State Academic Philharmonic Hall, a heavy downpour swept across Baku.

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
Baku hosts Black and Caspian Freight Forum 2026 on regional transport corridors [PHOTOS]

Baku hosts Black and Caspian Freight Forum 2026 on regional transport corridors [PHOTOS]

Baku hosts the 5th International Conference and Exhibition, Black and Caspian Freight Forum 2026: Corridors, Infrastructure, Investments.

Sports
Azerbaijani athletes to compete in SCO Open Cup Rowing and Canoeing events

Azerbaijani athletes to compete in SCO Open Cup Rowing and Canoeing events

Three Azerbaijani athletes will compete in the Open Cup of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Member States in Rowing, Kayaking, and Canoeing in Minsk, Belarus.

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