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US Intercepts Boat with 240 Haitian Migrants
US intercepts overloaded boat with 240 Haitian migrants attempting illegal entry. Boat was at risk of sinking.
US Congress Tightens Sanctions Against Russia
US Congress passes stricter sanctions on Russia and boosts military aid to Ukraine. Details on Bond.az.
Customs officers arrested in Ukraine brought to Baku
Two Azerbaijani customs officers arrested in Ukraine have been brought to Baku. They had fled an investigation into cigarette smuggling at Hovsan.
Investigation into 5 million manat cigarette smuggling concluded
Investigation into 5 million manat cigarette smuggling concluded. Charges filed, case sent to court. Defendants include port officials.
New customs rules for online shoppers from abroad
New customs rules for ordering products from abroad: Smart Customs system requires ASAN Imza and SIMA instead of FIN code.
22 kg Marijuana Hidden in Lettuce Cargo
Azerbaijan customs seize 22 kg of marijuana hidden in lettuce cargo from Iran to Russia.
New pick-up spots created at 2 locations in Baku
Baku creates new pick-up/drop-off spots near hospitals on Hasan bey Zardabi and Kazim Kazimzade streets, removing some parking.
SIMa Signature: Easiest Way to Declare Customs
SIMa Signature offers a fast and secure way to declare customs. New rules effective June 1, 2026.
Border procedures on Baku-Tbilisi trains to speed up | Bond.az
Baku-Tbilisi trains border and customs procedures speed up. Armenia faces choice, Russia-Romania tensions, weather warning.
Towards $6 Billion Export Target: Who Handles What?
Azerbaijan's agricultural transformation: $6B export target, processing industry, digitalization, and institutional reforms.
Over 44,000 illegal drugs seized
State Customs Committee seizes over 44,000 illegally imported medicines in Sumgait operation. 251 types of drugs found unregistered.
Taiwan Probes Nvidia Chip Smuggling to China via Japan
Taiwan prosecutors investigate smuggling of Nvidia AI chips to China via Japan. Three individuals detained for falsifying export documents.
Large Drug Operation at Customs
Balakan Customs Department seizes over 110 kg of marijuana in a major drug bust at Mazimqara post.
Azerbaijani goods exported to Armenia
Information about the export of Azerbaijani goods to Armenia. Thermal insulation boards worth $5.9 thousand were shipped.
Azerbaijan-UAE deal in force: tariffs removed on 90%+ goods
Azerbaijan and UAE CEPA in effect: over 90% tariff elimination, easier trade, stronger economic ties.
Baku-Tbilisi-Baku train resumes service
Baku-Tbilisi-Baku train resumes service after long hiatus. New Stadler trains offer comfortable travel with multiple classes.
Customs Operation: Incredible Fraud in Truck from Turkey
State Customs Committee seized 10 million smuggled cigarettes from Turkey. 3 arrested in fraud operation.
Turkish lira depreciation affects trade?
Does the Turkish lira depreciation affect Azerbaijan-Turkey trade? Video analysis with economist Khalid Karimli.
DHL, FedEx, UPS Urge EU to Phase in New Customs Rules
DHL, FedEx, UPS urge EU finance ministers to phase in new customs rules for low-value packages, proposing a flat-rate duty of EUR 3 per item from July 2026.
CMA CGM to operate two Syrian dry ports under new deal
CMA CGM signed a deal to operate two dry ports in Syria's Adra and Aleppo free zones. Rail link between Latakia and Adra resumes after 14 years.
Ebola Center Set on Fire in Congo
Locals in the Democratic Republic of Congo set fire to an Ebola treatment center. Details on the incident triggered by refusal to return bodies.
Iran opens new route for car imports on border with Azerbaijan
Iran opens new route for car imports on the Azerbaijan border. The Bilesuvar customs post gets authorized status.
Fraud of 133,000 manat with police job promise
Fraud of 133,000 manat with police job promise: Agasaf Guliyev's trial reveals shocking details: 'Let him train a bit, we'll get him into the police'.
EU and US reach trade agreement
EU and US have reached a common agreement on regulating the legal basis of a trade agreement, preventing the escalation of the transatlantic trade crisis.
Chef detained in Russia for narsharab sauce
Foreign chef detained at Koltsovo Airport for smuggling 21 kg of narsharab sauce from Baku. Read more.
Senate GOP Advances $72B Migrant Enforcement Bill
Senate Republicans advance $72 billion migrant enforcement bill, funding Trump's deportation program.
ICE Agent Charged in Minnesota Shooting
Minnesota prosecutors charge ICE agent for shooting Venezuelan immigrant. Read more on Bond.az.
China Solar Exports Surge 60% Despite Tax Refund Removal
China's solar cell exports surged 60% in April to $3.12 billion, despite the removal of export tax refunds.
Azerbaijan exports to Armenia reach $10M
Azerbaijan's exports to Armenia approach $10 million. State Customs Committee reports $9.646 million in Jan-Apr 2024.
Hays appoints Mark Dearnley as permanent CEO
Hays plc appoints Mark Dearnley as permanent chief executive officer. Dearnley had been serving as interim CEO since February 2026.
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