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Azerbaijan’s digital leap: How technology reshaping public services & industry [ANALYSIS]

Azerbaijan’s digital leap: How technology reshaping public services & industry [ANALYSIS]

One of the most tangible benefits of digitalization is its ability to minimize bureaucratic inefficiencies. Paper-based processes, multiple approval chains, and fragmented data systems often hinder timely decision-making. By implementing digital solutions, organizations can automate repetitive tasks, standardize procedures, and accelerate inter-agency communication.

Nation
Open court hearing continues for Armenian citizens accused of crimes against peace and humanity [PHOTOS]

Open court hearing continues for Armenian citizens accused of crimes against peace and humanity [PHOTOS]

As a result of Armenia’s military aggression against Azerbaijan, citizens of the Republic of Armenia—Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Gukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others—who are accused of committing crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, including planning and conducting an aggressive war, genocide, violations of the laws and customs of war, as well as terrorism, financing of terrorism, forcible seizure and retention of power, and numerous other crimes, had their open court hearing in the criminal case continued on November 27.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light prices increase at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

Azeri Light prices increase at Augusta and Ceyhan ports

The price of Azerbaijan’s “Azeri Light” crude on a CIF basis at Italy’s Augusta port increased by USD 0.48, or 0.74 percent, compared to the previous figure, reaching USD 65.28 per barrel, Azernews reports.

Business
Berries and grape production in Nakhchivan rises as new subsidies introduced

Berries and grape production in Nakhchivan rises as new subsidies introduced

Experts expect the new subsidies to boost investment in the sector and further strengthen Nakhchivan’s position as a key fruit-producing region in Azerbaijan.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Pashinyan stresses need for dialogue with Azerbaijan to advance normalization

Pashinyan stresses need for dialogue with Azerbaijan to advance normalization

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Thursday emphasized that ongoing dialogue with Azerbaijan is essential for the normalization process between the two countries, Azernews reports via Armenian media.

Armenian Aggression
Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues with testimonies from multiple victims [PHOTOS]

Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues with testimonies from multiple victims [PHOTOS]

The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, who is accused of crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, financing terrorism, and other grave offenses under the Criminal Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan, continued on November 25 at the Baku Military Court, Azernews reports.

World
New Zealand retail sector strengthened by autos and electronics

New Zealand retail sector strengthened by autos and electronics

The total volume of retail sales in New Zealand rose by NZ$472 million (US$269.7 million) in the September 2025 quarter, representing a 1.9 percent increase compared with the previous quarter, Stats NZ reported on Thursday, Azermews reports, citing foreign media.

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

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan celebrates Kelaghayi Day with spectacular festival [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan celebrates Kelaghayi Day with spectacular festival [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan has celebrated Kelaghayi Day with a lively and colorful celebration at the Rashid Behbudov State Song Theater, Azernews reports.

Culture
Play 'Khurshidbanu Natavan' staged in memory of Amaliya Panahova [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

Play 'Khurshidbanu Natavan' staged in memory of Amaliya Panahova [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The play "Khurshidbanu Natavan" has been showcased at the Azerbaijan State Academic National Drama Theater in honor of the 80th anniversary of the prominent artist and People's Artist Amaliya Panahova, Azernews reports.

Events
Azercell expands initiatives to empower women in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Azercell expands initiatives to empower women in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]

Azercell Telecom continues to broaden its efforts to support and empower women across Azerbaijan. Speaking at the presentation of the Women’s Support Line Brochure in Spanish, held within the “16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence” campaign, Shirin Aliyeva, Chief Legal and Data Strategy Officer at Azercell, emphasized that the initiative carries both honor and great responsibility for the company, Azernews reports.

Sports
European Championship: Two more Azerbaijani boxers advance to semifinals

European Championship: Two more Azerbaijani boxers advance to semifinals

The quarterfinal stage of the European U23 Boxing Championships has concluded in Budapest, Hungary, Azernews reports.

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