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Gulf war hits Caucasus tourism: How Azerbaijan bucks the trend [ANALYSIS]

Gulf war hits Caucasus tourism: How Azerbaijan bucks the trend [ANALYSIS]

Regardless of when and under what conditions the Iran conflict might ultimately find resolution, we must acknowledge that it will take a considerable amount of time for the economies of the region and many nations worldwide to regain their footing. As one neighbour is already suffering, how is the current situation in Azerbaijan?

Nation
Azerbaijan engages in high-level talks with World Bank and IMF

Azerbaijan engages in high-level talks with World Bank and IMF

The talks took place during a recent meeting of the World Bank–IMF Selection Group in the United States, where Azerbaijan is represented. A delegation led by First Deputy Chairman Aliyar Mammadyarov attended the session on behalf of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan’s non-oil surge offers hope for bigger economy

Azerbaijan’s non-oil surge offers hope for bigger economy

A new Oliver Wyman report puts a $150bn target on the Azerbaijani economy within a decade. The path requires 7.2% annual growth, well above current forecasts. But four structural opportunities, if seized simultaneously, make the ambition more plausible than it first appears.

Business
Azerbaijan increases electricity exports to Russia early this year

Azerbaijan increases electricity exports to Russia early this year

Azerbaijan exported 21.476 million kWh of electricity to Russia in January–February 2026, generating revenue of 1.189 million US dollars, AzerNEWS reports. According to data from the State Statistics Committee, electricity exports to Russia increased significantly compared to the same period in 2025. In volume terms, exports rose by...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Europe’s expanding footprint in Armenia raises old questions

Europe’s expanding footprint in Armenia raises old questions

Brussels is dispatching its second civilian mission to Yerevan ahead of the June elections. This time the execution record is spottier than the press releases suggest

World
US shocked to learn other countries also read “how to weaponize economy” manual

US shocked to learn other countries also read “how to weaponize economy” manual

The era in which the United States could wield economic pressure tools with near-total dominance is rapidly fading, as rivals increasingly weaponize their own strategic advantages, reshaping the global balance of power, AzerNEWS reports, citing a Washington Post article.

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
Exhibition 'Spring Colors' to open at Khatai Arts Center

Exhibition 'Spring Colors' to open at Khatai Arts Center

Khatai Arts Center will open an art exhibition titled "Spring Colors" on April 20 and 21 at 12:00 and 16:00, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Leyla Aliyeva launches Social-Emotional Learning Program for children in care [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva launches Social-Emotional Learning Program for children in care [PHOTOS]

A social-emotional learning program is being implemented for children living in residential social service institutions at the initiative of Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and founder and head of the IDEA Public Union, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
2nd Autism Awareness Forum held in Baku [PHOTOS]

2nd Autism Awareness Forum held in Baku [PHOTOS]

The “2nd Autism Awareness Forum” was held on April 18, 2026, at the Nizami Cinema Center in Baku, organized by the IDDO Mental Health Program.

Sports
Azerbaijan Weightlifting Federation participates in EWF Congress [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Weightlifting Federation participates in EWF Congress [PHOTOS]

The European Weightlifting Federation has hosted an extraordinary Partial Electoral Congress in Batumi, Georgia, AzerNEWS reports.

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