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Antalya Forum to witness South Caucasus stability amid global uncertainty

Antalya Forum to witness South Caucasus stability amid global uncertainty

As global tensions mount and diplomacy struggles to keep pace, the Antalya Diplomacy Forum 2026 offers a rare platform for foresight and solidarity. With President Ilham Aliyev joining at the invitation of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, Azerbaijan’s conflict‑free stability in the South Caucasus stands out against the backdrop of war in Ukraine and unrest in the Middle East. Their brotherhood, forged in history and strategy, signals how regional partnerships can help map tomorrow in an uncertain world.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences to Turkish President Erdogan

President Ilham Aliyev expresses condolences to Turkish President Erdogan

Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolence to the President of Turkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR highlights growing ties with US energy companies

SOCAR highlights growing ties with US energy companies

On April 15, President of the State Oil Company of Azerbaijan (SOCAR), Rovshan Najaf, held a meeting with senior U.S. officials, including Rebecca Neff, Senior Advisor at the U.S. Department of State, and Sarah Lemming, Country Manager at the U.S. Trade and Development Agency, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
ABB targets expansion into Uzbekistan as part of strategic growth plan

ABB targets expansion into Uzbekistan as part of strategic growth plan

Azerbaijan’s International Bank of Azerbaijan (ABB) is setting its sights on regional expansion, with Uzbekistan emerging as a key target market under its 2026–2028 strategic development plan, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan hails ‘new economic era’ as TRIPP project promises to end Armenia’s isolation

Pashinyan hails ‘new economic era’ as TRIPP project promises to end Armenia’s isolation

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has said that Armenia is entering a new phase of economic development, pointing to the recently established peace framework with Azerbaijan and the upcoming launch of the TRIPP connectivity project, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Astronomers map universe in unprecedented detail

Astronomers map universe in unprecedented detail

Astronomers have created the most detailed map of the Universe in history. The project was carried out over five years using the Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument (DESI), which surveys the night sky in unprecedented detail. The resulting dataset includes more than 47 million galaxies and quasars—nearly ten times more than in previous large-scale cosmic maps, AzerNEWS reports.

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
Meteor shower to be visible in Azerbaijan

Meteor shower to be visible in Azerbaijan

A "π-Puppid" meteor shower will be visible in April, with its peak activity expected between April 22 and 24, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Documentary “Horse Power” presented at Nizami Cinema Center

Documentary “Horse Power” presented at Nizami Cinema Center

The presentation of the documentary film “Horse Power” was held at the Nizami Cinema Center on April 16.

Analysis

Events
Baku to host 2nd Autism Awareness Forum titled “A Holistic Approach to Autism”

Baku to host 2nd Autism Awareness Forum titled “A Holistic Approach to Autism”

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

Sports
Spring Cup winners presented with awards [PHOTOS]

Spring Cup winners presented with awards [PHOTOS]

"Spring Cup" show jumping competitions have been held at the Border Guard Equestrian Center, AzerNEWS reports.

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