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Azerbaijan’s export structure is changing faster than ever

Azerbaijan’s export structure is changing faster than ever

For more than three decades, one of Azerbaijan's most important economic objectives has been reducing its dependence on hydrocarbons. Like many resource-rich nations, Azerbaijan has long exhibited the classic symptoms of the so-called "Dutch disease"—an economic phenomenon in which booming natural resource exports strengthen one sector while weakening the competitiveness of the rest of the economy. Diversifying both GDP and exports has therefore remained at the heart of the country's long-term economic strategy.

Nation
South Caucasus has moved beyond 3+3 format

South Caucasus has moved beyond 3+3 format

For three decades, the South Caucasus was defined by a frozen conflict, Russian leverage, and Western neglect. The ice has broken, and the melt is moving faster than anyone expected. Unfortunately, not every diplomatic initiative survives contact with the diplomacy that follows it. Among the more telling moments at the Shusha Global Media Forum this week was the question nobody expected to produce a significant answer.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan boosts gas exports amid rising European demand

Azerbaijan boosts gas exports amid rising European demand

Azerbaijan exported 12.7 billion cubic meters of natural gas to foreign markets in the first six months of this year.

Business
Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan sign deal to Establish geological exploration joint venture [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan sign deal to Establish geological exploration joint venture [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan have signed a Terms of Reference agreement to establish a joint venture for geological exploration, marking another step forward in expanding economic cooperation between the two countries, AzerNEWS reports.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan’s exports to Armenia reach $17 million

Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1286 million to Armenia in January-June of this year.

World
UK formally designates IRGC 'threat to national security'

UK formally designates IRGC 'threat to national security'

The United Kingdom formally designated the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), the Islamic Movement of Companions of the Right (IMCR), and Russia's GRU Volunteer Corps as "threats to national security." The order, laid by the Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood on Monday, took effect today, Friday, the government said, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Lifestyle
National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

National artists showcase art pieces at Venice Biennale [PHOTOS]

As part of the Venice Biennale, works by Azerbaijani artists are being exhibited at Palazzo da Mula, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Culture Ministry hosts professional state protocol training [PHOTOS]

Culture Ministry hosts professional state protocol training [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan is taking new steps to strengthen the professional capacity of its cultural institutions and expand its role in international cultural dialogue, 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
Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum

Pakistan media highlights key takeaways from 4th Shusha Global Media Forum

Pakistan-based English-language news outlet Dispatch News Desk (DND) has published an analytical article examining the outcomes of the 4th Shusha Global Media Forum, describing the event as an important platform for addressing the evolving role of media in an increasingly complex information environment.

Sports
Azerbaijani referee appointed for UEFA Champions League match

Azerbaijani referee appointed for UEFA Champions League match

Azerbaijani FIFA referee Elchin Masiyev has been appointed to officiate a UEFA Champions League match, AzerNEWS reports.

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