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Azerbaijan’s green energy push opens new front for investment

Azerbaijan’s green energy push opens new front for investment

Azerbaijan is entering an important phase of its economic transformation as renewable energy increasingly connects the country’s traditional energy expertise with new opportunities in manufacturing, technology and international trade. The expansion of solar and wind power, supported by international investment and infrastructure development, creates a foundation for a broader industrial strategy that can generate economic value across multiple sectors.

Nation
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received UN High Representative for Alliance of Civilizations [PHOTOS]

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received UN High Representative for Alliance of Civilizations [PHOTOS]

On October 26, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Miguel Ángel Moratinos, United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC), who also serves as the UN Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia.

Oil & Gas
Oil prices surge above $116 as supply disruptions intensify

Oil prices surge above $116 as supply disruptions intensify

Global oil prices continued to rise, with Brent crude futures on the London exchange climbing more than 3%, raising concerns among oil-importing countries. Brent crude futures for December delivery rose by ...

Business
Bitcoin slips below $80,000 amid ETF outflows

Bitcoin slips below $80,000 amid ETF outflows

Bitcoin has fallen below the $80,000 mark, with the world’s largest cryptocurrency trading at ...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Armenia continues to hold discussions with Azerbaijan and Türkiye on reopening the Armenia–Türkiye border, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on October 22.

World
Saudi, Pakistani and Turkish officials to visit Tehran for regional security talks

Saudi, Pakistani and Turkish officials to visit Tehran for regional security talks

Senior officials from Saudi Arabia, Pakistan and Türkiye, members of the Mecca Alliance, will visit Tehran for talks on implementing a regional security framework in West Asia, Ali Bagheri, deputy secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said on state television.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Baku Int'l Arts Festival announces parallel programme [PHOTOS]

Baku Int'l Arts Festival announces parallel programme [PHOTOS]

The second multi-genre Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF), held in Baku from 28 October to 8 November 2026 with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry has announced its parallel programme.

Culture
Renowned Russian pianist to give masterclass in Baku

Renowned Russian pianist to give masterclass in Baku

A masterclass led by renowned pianist and Honored Artist of Russia Yevgeny Vladimirovich Mikhailov will take place at the Azerbaijan State Children's Philharmonic on October 30.

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
Baku to host ICOMOS Triennial General Assembly [PHOTOS]

Baku to host ICOMOS Triennial General Assembly [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's capital will welcome international experts in cultural heritage conservation in 2029 after being selected to host one of the major global gatherings dedicated to protecting monuments and historic sites.

Sports
Azerbaijan wins ten medals at U-15 European Boxing Championships [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan wins ten medals at U-15 European Boxing Championships [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's national team has won ten medals at the U-15 European Boxing Championships in Trabzon, Turkiye.

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