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New Era in Digital Transformation
MP Zaur Shukurov: Azerbaijan enters new era in digital transformation. Digital development plan, AI and cybersecurity reforms.
US-China fish fight: Beijing rejects allegations
China rejects US illegal fishing accusations as political manipulation, emphasizing compliance with international law and criticizing US fishing practices.
Insurance Payments Now Based on Work Capacity Loss
Azerbaijan changes insurance payment rules: compensation based on loss of professional work capacity rather than disability. Draft law discussed in parliament.
Azerbaijan-EU: New Stage of Strategic Partnership
Azerbaijan-EU strategic partnership enters a new stage, covering energy, transport, and security cooperation, as stated by MP Sabina Salmanova.
New Changes to VAT Deposit Accounts
New changes to VAT deposit accounts: entrepreneurs gain ability to transfer funds to the State Social Protection Fund.
Japan, Korea get visa-free to Azerbaijan
Japan and South Korea citizens can travel visa-free to Azerbaijan from July 1, 2026. Tourism stays up to 30 days.
Vance: US Uses 'Carrot and Stick' Policy with Iran
US Vice President JD Vance discusses the 'carrot and stick' policy with Iran.
Public Procurement Eased for Non-Residents
Azerbaijan is simplifying public procurement for non-residents. A new bill eases performance and advance guarantee requirements, removing obstacles for foreign suppliers.
VAT Deposit to SSIF Transfer Now Possible
Azerbaijan allows transferring funds from VAT deposit accounts to the State Social Protection Fund. Details on the new bill.
Minister: Teacher not poor, not all earn 500 manat
Education Minister Emin Amrullayev clarifies teacher salaries: "Teacher not poor, not all earn 500 manat." Professionalism emphasized.
Azerbaijan gains voice in global politics
Azerbaijan's rising role in global politics, Pashinyan's transit deal, and middle power status discussed in video news.
Israeli minister: We may be at war with Iran tomorrow
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warns that war with Iran could start tomorrow, outlining two scenarios and high alert status.
Legislative base updated: Important statement from President's aide
President's aide Shahmar Movsumov announced the update of the legislative base for digital development. The reforms are the most comprehensive in the post-Soviet space.
Ilham Aliyev addresses Turkic World Week participants
President Ilham Aliyev addresses participants of Turkic World Week dedicated to the 100th anniversary of the First Turkology Congress.
South Korea president orders probe into national team
South Korean President Lee Jae-myung ordered an investigation into the national football team's 2026 World Cup failure. Read about the reasons and measures.
Zelensky Unlucky or Ukraine's People?
Mubariz Aslanov's report: war from Bakhmut to Kyiv, Ukraine's leadership personnel policy, and Azerbaijan's aid.
Graduation Day Celebrated at Academy
Graduation Day event held at the Azerbaijan Academy of Labor and Social Relations, congratulating graduates.
Aquaculture registration fee rises to 70 manat
Azerbaijan increases state fee for aquaculture farm registration from 50 to 70 manat. Learn about the proposed changes and their impact on the sector.
President: We Support Turkmenistan's Neutrality Policy
President Ilham Aliyev reaffirmed support for Turkmenistan's neutrality policy.
New-old line in Iran-Azerbaijan relations
Analysis of Iran's policy towards Azerbaijan: red lines, provocations and the Zangezur corridor.
Mousavi raves again - Hypocritical Iran crosses red line
Seyed Abbas Mousavi's provocative statements: Iran views South Caucasus as influence zone, opposes Zangazur corridor.
Babayev: Iran fears TRIPP project
MP Hikmat Babayev says Iran fears the TRIPP project and tries to intimidate Armenia.
Farhad Abdullayev: AI development must be assessed within human rights standards
Chairman of the Constitutional Court Farhad Abdullayev emphasized that AI development must be assessed within the framework of human rights standards.
President: Azerbaijan has stable, successful development
President Ilham Aliyev highlights Azerbaijan's stable and successful development at the Islamic Development Bank meeting.
Coordination HQ Meeting Held in Aghdara
Coordination Headquarters meeting in Aghdara covered Great Return process, agriculture, and infrastructure projects. Samir Nuriyev chaired the session.
Prosecutor General meets OIC delegation
Azerbaijan Prosecutor General Kamran Aliyev meets OIC delegation to discuss cooperation and joint events.
Minister: Industrial production to be key economic driver
Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov highlights the future economic role of industrial production.
PM: Azerbaijan pursues open economy policy
Azerbaijan Prime Minister Ali Asadov spoke about open economy policy, investment attraction, and green energy at the Tashkent forum.
Russian Restrictions Hit Armenia's GDP
Russian restrictions on Armenian goods impact 1.5-2% of GDP, says Central Bank official. Alternative markets needed to avoid deflation.
Free medical exams in Dashkasan
Dashkasan: Over 300 residents received free medical exams under the "From Colleague to Colleague with Care" project.
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