
SOCAR Carbamide plant fuels Azerbaijan’s resurgence as regional fertilizer power
Azerbaijan is steadily reclaiming its place as a regional powerhouse in fertiliser production. Long before the fall of the Soviet Union, the country was home to several large chemical and fertiliser plants producing ammonium nitrate, urea, and other key components that supported not only domestic agriculture but also fed the demands of a vast Eurasian supply chain.

President Ilham Aliyev offers condolences to Iraq's president
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter of condolence to the President of the Republic of Iraq, Abdullatif Jamal Rashid.
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Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva visits “Melhem Hospital” [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan, Pakistan push for multimodal corridor linking Asia to Europe [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijani filmmakers discuss strategies for success at international festivals [PHOTOS]
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Azerbaijan’s sovereign wealth fund invests in Italian solar power portfolio

Long-term contracts vs. spot markets: Can Trans-Caspian pipeline fit Europe’s energy model?
Former President of Turkmenistan and current Chairman of the Halk Maslahaty (People’s Council) of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov, is on an official visit to Azerbaijan. Although the Trans-Caspian gas pipeline project was not explicitly discussed during the visit, the long-standing energy ambitions between the two countries and their strategic positions in the Caspian region bring the topic naturally back into focus. In light of the geopolitical shifts and renewed regional cooperation, Azernews sought expert views on whether the project could realistically be revived—and what it would mean for Azerbaijan’s energy strategy.

China signs record $124 billion in Belt and Road contracts in H1 2025
The data signals China’s continued commitment to reshaping global trade and energy infrastructure through its flagship initiative, even as the geopolitical landscape grows increasingly complex. This figure already surpasses the total value of contracts signed in all of 2024, which amounted to...

Armenia cancels registration of so-called "Nagorno-Garabagh government"
The Armenian Prosecutor General’s Office has filed a legal motion seeking to invalidate the registration of the so-called “Nagorno-Garabagh government’s” permanent representative office in Yerevan, originally granted on January 31, 2007, Azernews reports via Armenian media. The move marks a significant shift in Yerevan’s internal handling of post-conflict dynamics and further distances the Armenian government from structures associated with separatist aspirations in Garabagh.
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Baku Court hears gripping testimonies of victims in case against Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]
On July 18, an open court hearing continued in the criminal case against citizens of the Republic of Armenia, including Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others.

Brazil use cruise ships as hotels during COP30
Brazilian authorities have announced plans to charter two cruise ships to help address the shortage of hotel accommodations during the 30th session of the Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in November, Azernews reports.

Experience Movie Night magic at Seaside Boulevard
With the support of the Culture Ministry, the Azerbaijanfilm film studio and the Seaside Boulevard Department have jointly launched a new initiative titled "Movie Night on the Boulevard," Azernews reports.
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ICESCO's Regional Office explores strengthening ties [PHOTOS]
The first seminar dedicated to cooperation in the fields of culture, education, and science has been organized at the Regional Office of the Islamic World Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (ICESCO) in Baku, Azernews reports.
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Another auto show to be presented at Flag Square this weekend [VIDEO]
On July 19, a racing event, karting championship, and drift show titled “Legends of the Night” will be held under the organization of the Azerbaijan Automobile Federation (AAF), in cooperation with Baku City Circuit Operations Company and Caspian Event Organisers, Azernews reports.

Azerbaijani taekwondo fighters set off for North Macedonia
The Azerbaijani national youth taekwondo team has set off for Skopje, North Macedonia, to participate in the 18th European Youth Summer Olympic Festival, Azernews reports.
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Baku Court hears gripping testimonies of victims in case against Armenian war criminals [PHOTOS]
18 July 23:52 -
Brazil use cruise ships as hotels during COP30
18 July 23:30 -
Temu under investigation by CCP over anti-competitive allegations
18 July 22:55 -
President Ilham Aliyev offers condolences to Iraq's president
18 July 22:32 -
Singapore ranked most expensive for wealthy for third time
18 July 22:23 -
India conducts test launch of two ballistic missiles
18 July 21:50 -
Russia proposes ban on WhatsApp usage
18 July 21:22 -
Samsung E&A secures major deal for Samsung Electronics Chip facility
18 July 20:45 -
Malaysia's economy expected to see strong growth in 2nd Q
18 July 20:21 -
Japan upgrades F-15 Jets for JASSM-ER Missile capability
18 July 19:37 -
ICESCO's Regional Office explores strengthening ties [PHOTOS]
18 July 19:00 -
China signs record $124 billion in Belt and Road contracts in H1 2025
18 July 18:36 -
Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva visits “Melhem Hospital” [PHOTOS]
18 July 18:22 -
Azerbaijan, Pakistan push for multimodal corridor linking Asia to Europe [PHOTOS]
18 July 18:19 -
Azerbaijani filmmakers discuss strategies for success at international festivals [PHOTOS]
18 July 17:56 -
Musical Theater concludes its season with Uzeyir Hajibayli's masterpiece [PHOTOS]
18 July 17:32 -
Azerbaijan’s sovereign wealth fund invests in Italian solar power portfolio
18 July 17:17 -
SOCAR Carbamide plant fuels Azerbaijan’s resurgence as regional fertilizer power
18 July 16:59 -
Azerbaijan–EU economic integration accelerates as trade hits new high
18 July 16:37 -
Azerbaijan’s Agriculture Minister visits farmers in Kalbajar [PHOTOS]
18 July 16:18 -
Azerbaijan reaffirms support for Syria’s territorial integrity amid rising tensions
18 July 16:05 -
Azerbaijan boosts energy security with major upgrade to "8 November" Power Plant
18 July 15:58 -
President Ilham Aliyev visits Khanyurdu village in Khojaly and meets with relocated residents [PHOTOS]
18 July 15:49 -
Azerbaijani taekwondo fighters set off for North Macedonia
18 July 15:37 -
Nakhchivan taxpayer services see significant uptick this year
18 July 15:16 -
Turkiye-Azerbaijan relations reach historic high, says Turkish Ambassador
18 July 15:00 -
NARGIS Magazine presents Azerbaijani kamancha to Museu de la Música de Barcelona [PHOTOS]
18 July 14:43 -
Pashinyan signals Armenia’s likely withdrawal from CSTO by early 2026
18 July 14:36 -
Khojaly brick factory inaugurated
18 July 14:33 -
Victim held hostage and tortured in Armenia for being Azerbaijani testifies in court
18 July 14:24 -
President Ilham Aliyev reviews restoration efforts in Khojaly’s Tazabina village
18 July 14:10 -
Azerbaijan increases chemical industry exports despite overall trade surplus decline
18 July 14:06 -
Long-term contracts vs. spot markets: Can Trans-Caspian pipeline fit Europe’s energy model?
18 July 13:45 -
Universiade: Azerbaijani athletes to compete across four sports today
18 July 13:27 -
President Ilham Aliyev attends inauguration of restored historic mosque building in Aghdam’s Giyasly village
18 July 13:19 -
Azerbaijan boosts nitrogen fertilizer exports amid shifting foreign trade trends
18 July 13:08 -
President Ilham Aliyev attends opening of nursery-kindergarten No. 1 in Aghdam city [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 July 13:02 -
EU approves one of 'strongest' Russia sanctions
18 July 12:49 -
President Ilham Aliyev attends opening of secondary school No.1 in Aghdam city [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 July 12:44 -
President Ilham Aliyev attends opening of tobacco manufacturing facility in Aghdam Industrial Park [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
18 July 12:33 -
47th session of UNESCO World Heritage Committee wraps up
18 July 12:33 -
Trade with CIS countries climbs to 15.9% of Azerbaijan’s foreign turnover
18 July 12:12 -
Azerbaijani film to be screened at Kazan International Film Festival
18 July 11:53 -
Baku hosts international meeting with over 100 delegates from audit institutions
18 July 11:47 -
Garabagh Revival Fund to undergo ISO Anti-Bribery Certification
18 July 11:36 -
Italy remains top importer of Azerbaijani crude oil in first half of this year
18 July 11:24 -
Armenia cancels registration of so-called "Nagorno-Garabagh government"
18 July 11:18 -
Iran resumes direct flights from Tabriz to Baku following suspension
18 July 11:02 -
Azerbaijan’s wheat imports surge by 56% in first half of 2025
18 July 10:41 -
Azerbaijan conducts 80 organ transplants under state insurance
18 July 10:22 -
Azeri Light oil prices climb in Augusta and Ceyhan ports
18 July 10:00 -
UK and Germany partner on next-generation long-range missile program
18 July 09:00 -
Azerbaijan emerges as quiet power in global tax policy
18 July 08:30 -
Dubai launches system to differentiate humans from AI
18 July 08:00 -
Minister Kurum showcases earthquake recovery as blueprint for Ukraine rebuild
17 July 23:50 -
Victims injured and taken captive by Armenian armed forces testify in court [PHOTOS]
17 July 23:21 -
President Ilham Aliyev and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov had joint dinner in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 22:57 -
Global diamond giant grapples with major industry crisis
17 July 22:46 -
FM Fidan calls for stronger ASEAN cooperation at Kuala Lumpur summit
17 July 22:20 -
Another renovated courtyard under "Our Courtyard" project opened for residents' use [PHOTOS]
17 July 22:09 -
Georgia explores switching to China’s CIPS amid SWIFT alternatives
17 July 21:50 -
Visa deal to enhance Baku-Beijing connectivity in Middle Corridor strategy
17 July 20:45 -
UK lowers voting age to 16 in major electoral reform
17 July 20:21 -
NETA Elektronik unveils national data terminal antennas for UAV carrier operations
17 July 19:55 -
Hyundai develops reforestation vehicle based on Ioniq 9 SUV
17 July 19:21 -
Leading Chinese Appliance Manufacturer deepens investment in Africa
17 July 18:40 -
ADA University expands access to higher education with new state-funded admissions [PHOTOS]
17 July 18:28 -
Cadenza Orchestra performs its final concert of season [PHOTOS]
17 July 18:16 -
Azerbaijan, UAE deepen strategic ties through fintech cooperation
17 July 18:00 -
China’s JA solar to supply photovoltaic modules for Major solar projects in Azerbaijan
17 July 17:47 -
Azerbaijan's Presidential Administration Head engages with UAE Accounting Authority delegation [PHOTOS]
17 July 17:40 -
National boxing team concludes European Championship with medals
17 July 17:33 -
Azerbaijani cadets join Turkish naval training program aboard TCG Sancaktar [PHOTOS]
17 July 17:16 -
SOCAR, UAE company ink major deal to launch smart gas network in Azerbaijan
17 July 16:39 -
Leaders of Azerbaijan, Turkmenistan open door to future projects
17 July 16:23 -
Garabagh Revival Fund reports strong financial performance in 2024
17 July 16:23 -
Azerbaijan, South Korea expand cooperation in supreme audit sphere
17 July 16:07 -
Azerbaijan to participate in international transport and logistics exhibition in Kazakhstan
17 July 15:56 -
Khankendi business owners brief on post-occupation tax policies
17 July 15:45 -
Garabagh horse named “Dostlug” presented to Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov at Jidir Duzu plain [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 15:38 -
Health Ministry meets with Pfizer delegation to strengthen vaccine collaboration
17 July 15:24 -
National judokas to compete at Ulaanbaatar Grand Slam 2025
17 July 15:01 -
President Ilham Aliyev, Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit Mehmandarovs' estate complex in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 14:53 -
Azerbaijan, Vietnam chart new course for strategic cooperation [PHOTOS]
17 July 14:43 -
President Ilham Aliyev, Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit Yukhari Govhar Agha Mosque in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 14:25 -
Azerbaijan embarks on inspired run at Universiade [PHOTOS]
17 July 14:22 -
President Ilham Aliyev, Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit Bulbul House Museum in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 14:09 -
Azerbaijan's petroleum coke exports decline in volume but surge in value
17 July 14:00 -
Dream Fest 2025 to light up Baku with four days of global music stars
17 July 13:38 -
President Ilham Aliyev and Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty view bullet-riddled monuments of Natavan, Bulbul, and Uzeyir Hajibeyli in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 13:36 -
President Ilham Aliyev, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov visit "Heydar Aliyev and Garabagh" exhibition at Creativity Center in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 13:33 -
Flood emergency announced in Islamabad, army moved to rescue people
17 July 13:19 -
President of Azerbaijan and Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty review construction progress at New Shusha Mosque [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 13:03 -
Preferential housing and infrastructure spur vibrancy in liberated territories [COMMENTARY]
17 July 13:00 -
Imports of passenger cars and large capacity vehicles surge in Azerbaijan
17 July 12:41 -
President Ilham Aliyev and Chairman of Turkmenistan’s Halk Maslahaty visit first residential complex built in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 12:28 -
Azerbaijan boosts natural gas exports in H1 2025
17 July 12:23 -
President Ilham Aliyev and Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov posed for photo against backdrop of Dashalty village in Shusha [PHOTOS/VIDEO]
17 July 12:14 -
People's Artist Gabil Guliyev holds seminar on acting in Lankaran [PHOTOS]
17 July 12:09 -
Azerbaijan expresses condolences to Iraq over tragic mall fire in Kut
17 July 11:55