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1200 ships stuck in Persian Gulf shipping crisis
Over 1,200 ships are stuck in the Persian Gulf due to a shipping crisis in the Strait of Hormuz. Learn about the energy security implications.
Fines for false seed info expanded
Fines for false information in seed activities expanded. New draft law sets penalties for individuals, officials, and legal entities.
Ali Asadov meets Jordan delegation in Baku
Azerbaijan PM Ali Asadov meets Jordanian delegation led by Speaker Mazen Al-Qadi. Talks focus on bilateral cooperation and OIC Parliamentary Union session.
Azerbaijani ambassador awarded order in Uzbekistan
Azerbaijani ambassador Huseyn Guliyev awarded "Mehnat Shukhrati" order in Uzbekistan. President Mirziyoyev praised his contributions.
$28 Billion Needed for Middle Corridor
AIIB Managing Director Xiaohong Yang says $28 billion investment is required for the Middle Corridor. Details on Bond.az.
Trade with Tajikistan up 200%
Tajikistan's Minister of Economic Development and Trade Abdurahmon Abdurahmonzoda reported a 200% increase in trade turnover with Azerbaijan. Cooperation prospects were discussed.
IDB Group Startup Competition Winners Announced
IsDB Group's 5th startup competition winners announced. First prize of $5,000 awarded.
Most Competitive Economies: Singapore Leads
Switzerland lost its top spot in competitiveness ranking; Singapore leads. Details on IMD report and shifts.
IsDB President: Azerbaijan is a development example
IsDB President Muhammad Sulaiman Al-Jasser highlights Baku and Azerbaijan as a development impulse in the region.
How to Reduce Food Import Growth?
Causes and solutions for rising food imports in Azerbaijan.
Fidan: Ready for normalization with Armenia
Turkish FM Hakan Fidan in Russia declares readiness for normalization with Armenia under appropriate conditions.
Trump Says USMCA Trade Deal Unnecessary
Donald Trump says USMCA trade deal is unnecessary. The US President believes the country can prosper without the agreement.
Ancient Craft Center Found on Caspian Coast
Ancient craft center Karakabak on Caspian coast reveals metallurgy, jewelry, and glass production evidence.
Jeyhun Bayramov Discusses TRIPP Project with Abraham Hamade
Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov met with US Congressman Abraham Hamade to discuss the TRIPP project and bilateral relations.
AHIK held event for Human Rights Day
AHIK organized an event dedicated to Human Rights Day, discussing the role of trade unions in protecting human rights.
Ilham Aliyev receives US Congressman
Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev received US Congressman Abraham Hamadeh. Strategic partnership and cooperation issues were discussed.
Azerbaijan-Chad Economic Cooperation Prospects
Azerbaijan and Chad discuss economic cooperation prospects at Islamic Development Bank annual meetings. Opportunities in trade, investment, energy, and digitalization explored.
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.
European Parliament Approves US Trade Deal
European Parliament approves US trade deal: tariff reductions for US goods, 15% tariff on EU exports.
What Do Azerbaijanis Spend Most Money On?
In Jan-May 2026, Azerbaijan's retail turnover was 25.5 billion manats. Food, clothing, and fuel top the spending list.
Free medical exams in Dashkasan
Dashkasan: Over 300 residents received free medical exams under the "From Colleague to Colleague with Care" project.
Azerbaijan can contribute to halal economy
Azerbaijan can contribute to halal economy, says Islamic Development Bank official at Halal Forum in Baku.
Germany Awaits Azerbaijani President's Visit
Germany expects Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev's official visit to Berlin this year. Ambassador Ralf Horlemann stated at a farewell meeting.
Tourism Sector Misses Targets
Azerbaijan's tourism sector grew 8.5% in 2025, missing the initial 15.9% target, per Chamber of Accounts.
Construction sector shrank 0.4% in 2025
Azerbaijan's construction sector shrank 0.4% in 2025, missing forecasts. Chamber of Accounts releases opinion.
Largest Viking settlement discovered in Ireland
Archaeologists have discovered the largest Viking settlement in Ireland. Excavations at Woodstown revealed a massive Viking building.
Azerbaijani Ambassador Presents Credentials in Peru
Azerbaijani Ambassador Seymur Fataliyev presents credentials to Peru's President. Bilateral relations and cooperation discussed.
Gold Prices Rise: Latest Situation in Markets
Gold prices continue to rise. Learn about factors affecting prices in Azerbaijan's market and consumer behavior.
New cargo airport being built in Baku
A new cargo airport is under construction near Baku's Alat settlement. It will strengthen the Middle Corridor and Zangezur Corridor logistics.
Businessman stabbed at Sadarak Trade Center
A stabbing at Sadarak Trade Center leaves businessman Faig Abbasov injured; suspect detained.
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