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Azerbaijan advances its transition to non-oil economy

Azerbaijan advances its transition to non-oil economy

In June, President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree introducing a new mechanism of state support for the export of non-oil and non-gas products.

Nation
SOCAR identifies source of oil pollution near Dubendi, launches cleanup and repair operations

SOCAR identifies source of oil pollution near Dubendi, launches cleanup and repair operations

The State Oil Company of Azerbaijan, SOCAR, has identified the source of oil pollution detected in the Dubendi beach area and initiated emergency measures to contain the incident and prevent further leakage, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan expands gas export footprint as production tops 20.9 bcm

Azerbaijan expands gas export footprint as production tops 20.9 bcm

Azerbaijan produced 20.935 billion cubic meters of natural gas in January-May 2026, maintaining stable growth and reinforcing its position as a key energy supplier in regional and international markets, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Azerbaijan's butter imports rise as shift to lower-cost suppliers reduces average prices

Azerbaijan's butter imports rise as shift to lower-cost suppliers reduces average prices

Azerbaijan increased its butter imports during the first four months of 2026, while a growing share of supplies from lower-cost producers helped reduce the average import price despite higher overall spending, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan to send 1,000 tons of diesel fuel to Armenia

Azerbaijan to send 1,000 tons of diesel fuel to Armenia

On June 21, 17 wagons carrying a total of 1,000 tons of diesel fuel will be dispatched from Bilajary station in Azerbaijan to Armenia.

World
Armenia showcases new rocket capabilities amid fragile regional normalization [VIDEO]

Armenia showcases new rocket capabilities amid fragile regional normalization [VIDEO]

The Armenian Armed Forces have conducted exercises involving the domestically produced Atlant multiple rocket launcher systems, in the latest indication of Yerevan's continued efforts to expand and modernize its military capabilities despite ongoing discussions on regional peace and normalization, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Exhibition 'Threads of Remembrance' opens at National Carpet Museum [PHOTOS]

Exhibition 'Threads of Remembrance' opens at National Carpet Museum [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum has opened the "Threads of Remembrance" exhibition, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Remembering one of Azerbaijan's greatest intellectuals

Remembering one of Azerbaijan's greatest intellectuals

Today marks the 232nd anniversary of the birth of Abbasgulu agha Bakikhanov, one of the most prominent figures in Azerbaijan's scientific, literary, and philosophical history.

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

Events
Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

The earthquake occurred at a depth of 18 km beneath the earth’s surface.

Sports
Higher global prices cushion decline in Azerbaijan's urea export revenues

Higher global prices cushion decline in Azerbaijan's urea export revenues

Rising urea prices on international markets have helped offset the impact of lower export volumes from Azerbaijan, limiting the decline in export revenues despite a sharp reduction in shipments during the first four months of 2026, AzerNEWS reports.

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