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How soaring gas prices reshaping Azerbaijan’s fiscal landscape [OPINION]

How soaring gas prices reshaping Azerbaijan’s fiscal landscape [OPINION]

As global energy markets gyrate with seasonal demand and geopolitical recalibration, Azerbaijan’s government finds itself both fortunate and challenged by the natural gas boom of 2025. The latest figures from the State Customs Committee show that the country’s average export price for gas in 2025 reached $350.23 per 1,000 cubic meters, significantly above the $242 assumed in the state budget, illustrating just how swiftly market dynamics can diverge from fiscal planning. This divergence has real consequences for Azerbaijan’s public finances, energy strategy, and longer-term economic assumptions.

Nation
Trump backs peace, signals US arms sales to Azerbaijan

Trump backs peace, signals US arms sales to Azerbaijan

US President Donald Trump has announced plans to sell US-made defense equipment to Azerbaijan, while reaffirming Washington’s support for the peace process between Azerbaijan and Armenia.

Oil & Gas
Moldova and US plan corridor to channel Azerbaijani gas to Europe

Moldova and US plan corridor to channel Azerbaijani gas to Europe

Moldova and the United States are advancing plans to develop a Vertical Gas Corridor capable of transporting Azerbaijani gas across Eastern Europe, Azernews reports.

Business
Azerbaijan-Russia trade edges up in 2025 despite shrinking foreign trade surplus

Azerbaijan-Russia trade edges up in 2025 despite shrinking foreign trade surplus

In 2025, Azerbaijan’s trade with Russia reached $4.920 billion, marking a 2.5% increase compared to 2024, according to the State Customs Committee, Azernews reports.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Armenia, Azerbaijan to move toward energy integration, Pashinyan says

Armenia, Azerbaijan to move toward energy integration, Pashinyan says

The energy systems of Armenia and Azerbaijan will be integrated, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced on Wednesday during a session of the National Assembly of Armenia, answering questions from MPs, Azernews reports.

Armenian Aggression
Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

Humanitarian worker injured in landmine explosion in Ağdərə’s Qızıloba village

A landmine explosion occurred in the Qızıloba village area of Ağdərə district, recently liberated from occupation, resulting in injury to a humanitarian worker, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
Trump: China will not take over Canada

Trump: China will not take over Canada

United States President Donald Trump claimed on Saturday that "the last thing the world needs is to have China take over Canada," and vowed that it will not happen, 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

Lifestyle
Winter Fairy Tale: Azerbaijan launches contest for art exhibition

Winter Fairy Tale: Azerbaijan launches contest for art exhibition

Aiming to foster a respectful attitude toward the environment among the younger generation and showcase the enchanting beauty of nature throughout the seasons, organisers have announced a call for submissions under the motto: "Get Closer to Nature – Capture Its Magic!" for the art exhibition "Winter Fairy Tale", dedicated to winter landscapes, Azernews reports.

Culture
Shahriyar Cultural Center holds concert showcasing Western Azerbaijan's ashig art [PHOTOS]

Shahriyar Cultural Center holds concert showcasing Western Azerbaijan's ashig art [PHOTOS]

A concert program titled "Western Azerbaijan Ashig Art Today" has taken place at Shahriyar Cultural Center, Azernews reports.

Events
January 20 Tragedy and continuity of statehood: Lessons from Heydar Aliyev’s legacy [PHOTOS]

January 20 Tragedy and continuity of statehood: Lessons from Heydar Aliyev’s legacy [PHOTOS]

A round-table discussion entitled “The January 20 Tragedy: The Just Voice of the National Leader Heydar Aliyev against the Silenced Outcry” was held at the NSU Scientific Library.

Sports
Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation leadership visits Garabagh [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation leadership visits Garabagh [PHOTOS]

The leadership of the Azerbaijan Wrestling Federation (AWF) has paid a visit to Garabagh region, Azernews reports.

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