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Old water meters become history
Azerbaijan replaces old water meters with remote-reading technology to reduce losses and enhance digital management.
AZAL Baku-Nakhchivan Flights Delayed
AZAL announces delays on Baku-Nakhchivan flights on July 5, 2026 due to bad weather in Nakhchivan. Passengers will be notified.
Russian Chess Player Disqualified for 1 Year
FIDE disqualifies Russian chess player Vladimir Kramnik for 2 years (1 suspended) for accusing others of cheating without evidence.
Turkey seeks to join SEPA
Turkey has expressed interest in joining SEPA, the Single Euro Payments Area, to facilitate cross-border payments and boost trade and investment with the EU.
EU imposes 3 euro customs fee on parcels up to 150 euros
EU introduces 3 euro customs fee on parcels up to 150 euros to counter Chinese online retailers and protect local retail.
Affordable apartments at Kristal projects
Affordable apartment sales at Kristal's Yeni Sumgait and Sahil Park projects: starting initial payment 14,900 AZN, mortgage up to 20 years.
Azerbaijan to Produce First Veterinary Vaccine
Azerbaijan will produce its first local veterinary vaccine by end of this year. The rabies vaccine meets international standards.
Animals to be sold via exchanges
Azerbaijan transitions animal markets to exchange-based systems. 28 markets fail standards.
Turkmenistan Welcomes Azerbaijan's Gift Tanker with Ceremony
Azerbaijan's gift 'Dostlug' tanker arrives at Turkmenbashi port with grand welcome ceremony.
IM LS9 Hybrid SUV Launched in Baku
IM LS9 plug-in hybrid SUV launched in Baku. Price, specs, warranty and contact info.
UK-Azerbaijan Defense Cooperation Strengthens Army
How does UK-Azerbaijan defense cooperation transform the Azerbaijani Army? Insights into military education, cybersecurity, and joint exercises.
Abbasov: Safe Return of Western Azerbaijanis Must Be Ensured
Baku Initiative Group Executive Director Abbas Abbasov emphasizes the safe return of Western Azerbaijanis at a conference in the US Congress.
Chinese cars face service issues
Chinese cars in Azerbaijan face after-sales service problems: privately imported vehicles are not repaired by official service centers. Experts explain the reasons.
AZAL Cancels Nakhchivan Flights - REASON
AZAL cancels Baku-Nakhchivan flights on June 27 due to thunderstorms. Safety is the top priority.
New Oil Refinery: Reducing Import Dependence
Azerbaijan's new oil refinery project: reducing import dependence, boosting exports. Completion in 5-6 years.
Finland lifts ban on nuclear weapons
Finland lifts ban on nuclear weapons import and transit to align with NATO standards. President Stubb approves changes to Nuclear Energy Act.
New changes on Azerbaijan-Georgia border
Azerbaijan and Georgia are designing a joint border checkpoint. Customs chief Shahin Baghirov announced new changes for better control and efficiency.
Right of Return Appeal to US Congress
Participants of the Right of Return conference appeal to the US Congress for the return rights of Western Azerbaijanis.
Alston Lourens: Colonialism Hides
Alston Lourens at a conference in Washington discusses modern forms of colonialism.
DİM head: School grades don't match exam results
Maleyka Abbaszade of DİM discusses discrepancies between school grades and exam results, highlighting centralized assessment standards and comparative tables.
Caucasus Eagle 2026: Message of Three Countries
Analysis of the 'Caucasus Eagle - 2026' joint exercise by Azerbaijan, Turkey, and Georgia: objectives, impact on South Caucasus security.
Botanica Residence launch: harmony of nature and city
Botanica Residence was officially launched at Four Seasons Hotel Baku. The project harmonizes nature and city life, offering premium living with green spaces.
Why Do Drivers Commit Forced Violations?
MP Hikmat Babayev explains why drivers are forced to violate traffic rules due to low speed limits and non-standard road markings.
Lachinov: Every fifth car fails eco and safety standards
Mirza Lachinov: In Azerbaijan, every fifth car fails to meet environmental and safety standards. Information about the recycling program and electronic portal.
Incorrect Measurements Pose Health Risk
Xamis Seyranov warns that incorrect laboratory measurements pose health risks. Metrological services play a key role in quality assurance.
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.
Azerbaijan voices concern over racism, Islamophobia in Europe at UN
Azerbaijan at UN session in Geneva voices concern over rising racism and Islamophobia in Europe, highlights demining and IDP return issues.
MEDIA and OIC News Agencies discuss cooperation
A meeting between MEDIA and the OIC News Agencies Union discussed cooperation prospects, media literacy, combating disinformation, and the use of AI in media.
CBA: Climate risks integration into prudential framework to complete by year-end
Central Bank of Azerbaijan announces that climate risk integration into prudential framework will be completed by year-end.
Vocational Training Updated in Prisons
Vocational training programs in prisons are being renewed to improve quality under the 2025-2030 Action Plan.
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