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Baku finds new growth engine as non-oil exports expand

Baku finds new growth engine as non-oil exports expand

Recent innovations in the poultry sector, in particular, prove how significantly Azerbaijan’s economic ambitions have expanded. Azerbaijani poultry production is no longer focused solely on regional markets; it is finding its way across oceans to the world’s most demanding markets.

Nation
Beijing hosts charity event on birthday of National Leader Heydar Aliyev [PHOTOS]

Beijing hosts charity event on birthday of National Leader Heydar Aliyev [PHOTOS]

On May 8, 2026, on the occasion of the birthday of National Leader Heydar Aliyev, with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation a charity event was organized by the Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the People's Republic of China. First, a wreath was laid in front of the bust of National Leader Heydar Aliyev at the Embassy, and his dear memory was honored with a minute of silence.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price falls below $106 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price falls below $106 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s flagship “Azeri Light” crude oil declined sharply on international markets, reflecting the broader downward trend in global energy prices, AzerNEWS reports.

Business
Gold climbs above $4,700 as investors seek safe havens

Gold climbs above $4,700 as investors seek safe havens

On the COMEX Commodity Exchange in New York, the price of one troy ounce of gold rose by $23.6, reaching $4,734.5 per ounce amid ongoing activity in international commodity trading.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan facilitates another transit delivery from Russia to Armenia

Azerbaijan facilitates another transit delivery from Russia to Armenia

A new shipment from Russia to Armenia has been delivered via transit through Azerbaijan, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Washington and Tehran edge closer to new confrontation

Washington and Tehran edge closer to new confrontation

In a post published on Truth Social, Trump issued a sharp warning to Tehran, stating that future attacks would be "a lot harder" and "a lot more violent" if an agreement is not reached quickly.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Exhibition titled 'Cultural Dialogue: Kazakhstan – Azerbaijan' opens in Baku [PHOTOS]

Exhibition titled 'Cultural Dialogue: Kazakhstan – Azerbaijan' opens in Baku [PHOTOS]

A ceremonial opening of the international exhibition titled "Cultural Dialogue: Kazakhstan – Azerbaijan" has been held in Baku, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
National Art Museum hosts int'l scientific roundtable on visual arts of Turkic Peoples [PHOTOS]

National Art Museum hosts int'l scientific roundtable on visual arts of Turkic Peoples [PHOTOS]

An international scientific roundtable titled "Global and Local Discourses in the Visual Arts of Turkic Peoples" has been held at the Azerbaijan National Art Museum, AzerNEWS reports.

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
Azerbaijan Army demonstrates high professionalism in EFES-2026 exercise [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Azerbaijan Army demonstrates high professionalism in EFES-2026 exercise [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Pursuant to the plan for the next phase of the exercise, representatives from Azerbaijan, Türkiye, Albania, Niger, Nigeria, Romania carried out drills on search operations in caves, shelters, tunnels, and mountaineering training.

Sports
Azercell supports Baku Marathon 2026

Azercell supports Baku Marathon 2026

On May 3, “Baku Marathon 2026” brought together thousands of runners for one of the country’s most anticipated sporting events. The marathon was organized at the initiative of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, with the exclusive partnership of Azercell Telecom.

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