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Azerbaijan looks beyond oil with ambitious tech hub strategy

Azerbaijan looks beyond oil with ambitious tech hub strategy

Azerbaijan stands at a profound economic crossroads, poised to embark on one of the most audacious legislative experiments in its post-Soviet history. Long characterized by its vast oil and gas reserves, the nation is actively engineering a paradigm shift toward a knowledge-based economy.

Nation
68 former IDPs relocated to Khankendi in latest return phase

68 former IDPs relocated to Khankendi in latest return phase

Another convoy carrying returning residents has departed for the city of Khankendi as Azerbaijan continues the implementation of its large-scale resettlement program in the liberated territories, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price falls below $81 per barrel amid global market decline

Azeri Light oil price falls below $81 per barrel amid global market decline

Azerbaijan’s flagship crude grade, Azeri Light, posted a notable decline in international markets, mirroring a broader downturn across major global oil benchmarks.

Business
ADB official outlines key conditions for successful Middle Corridor projects

ADB official outlines key conditions for successful Middle Corridor projects

The successful implementation of projects along the Middle Corridor requires a clear regulatory and tariff framework, effective risk-sharing mechanisms, and transparent procurement procedures, according to a senior official from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), AzerNEWS reports.

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

Azerbaijan facilitates another transit shipment from Russia to Armenia

According to the information, 7 railway wagons carrying 490 tons of wheat will be dispatched today from the Bilajari station toward the Boyuk Kesik direction.

World
Canada defeat Qatar 6–0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage

Canada defeat Qatar 6–0 in FIFA World Cup 2026 Group Stage

Canada defeated Qatar 6–0 in the second round of the group stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026, 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
Int'l Mugham Center hosts anniversary evening for renowned tar maestro [PHOTOS]

Int'l Mugham Center hosts anniversary evening for renowned tar maestro [PHOTOS]

An evening dedicated to the 80th anniversary of renowned Azerbaijani tar player, Professor, and People's Artist Vamig Mammadaliyev has taken place at the International Mugham Center, 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
Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

Earthquake hits Caspian Sea

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

Sports
Azerbaijani archer secures quota for 4th European Games

Azerbaijani archer secures quota for 4th European Games

The Azerbaijani archer Mammadali Aliyev has scored 659 points at European Outdoor Championship held in Antalya, Turkiye, AzerNEWS reports.

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