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Why Azerbaijan's inflation outlook points to interest rate stability [ANALYSIS]

Why Azerbaijan's inflation outlook points to interest rate stability [ANALYSIS]

The Central Bank of Azerbaijan's latest inflation forecast may appear modest at first glance, but it offers an important clue about the direction of monetary policy over the coming year. While the institution has slightly raised its inflation expectations, the revised outlook still points to price growth remaining within its target range. If that assessment proves correct, there is little reason to expect any major change in interest rates in the near future.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev's social media accounts shared post on passing of People’s Poet Nariman Hasanzada [PHOTO]

President Ilham Aliyev's social media accounts shared post on passing of People’s Poet Nariman Hasanzada [PHOTO]

A post has been shared on the social media accounts of President Ilham Aliyev regarding the passing of People’s Poet Nariman Hasanzada.

Oil & Gas
Ankara, Baghdad reach new agreement on Iraq-Türkiye oil pipeline

Ankara, Baghdad reach new agreement on Iraq-Türkiye oil pipeline

Türkiye and Iraq have signed a new one-year agreement to ensure the continued operation of the Iraq-Türkiye oil pipeline.

Business
Baku-Bishkek build stronger Turkic axis for changing Eurasia

Baku-Bishkek build stronger Turkic axis for changing Eurasia

The importance of Azerbaijan for Kyrgyzstan has grown considerably over recent years. Baku offers Bishkek something increasingly valuable in today's geopolitical environment: access. Azerbaijan serves as Central Asia's western gateway to Europe through its ports, railways and international transport corridors.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Appellate court panel retires to deliberate on appeals of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

Appellate court panel retires to deliberate on appeals of Armenian citizens [PHOTOS]

At the court session, presided over by Judge Elmar Rahimov of the Baku Court of Appeal, joined by Judges Emin Mehdiyev and Mehriban Garayeva (Reserve Judge Ali Mammadov also participated), all individuals subject to appellate proceedings were provided with interpreters in their respective spoken languages—Armenian and Russian—as well as defense counsel to ensure their right to a defense.

World
Moscow restaurant blast kills three as gas equipment failure suspected

Moscow restaurant blast kills three as gas equipment failure suspected

An explosion at a restaurant in central Moscow has killed at least three people and injured 15 others, with a malfunction involving gas equipment emerging as a preliminary explanation for the blast.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Dream Fest 2026 artists praise Azerbaijan's hospitality and culture [PHOTOS]

Dream Fest 2026 artists praise Azerbaijan's hospitality and culture [PHOTOS]

Dream Fest 2026 once again brought together world-famous singers, musicians and performers from different countries at Sea Breeze, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan pays tribute to People's Poet Nariman Hasanzade

Azerbaijan pays tribute to People's Poet Nariman Hasanzade

President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva have signed an obituary honoring the memory of People's Poet Nariman Hasanzada, at the age of 95.

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
Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Uzbekistan marks Alphabet and Language Day [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Cultural Center in Uzbekistan marks Alphabet and Language Day [PHOTOS]

An event marking August 1 – Azerbaijani Alphabet and Language Day was held at the Heydar Aliyev Azerbaijan Cultural Center, operating under the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan.

Sports
UEFA declares loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

UEFA declares loss of confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino

The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has announced that it no longer has confidence in FIFA President Gianni Infantino.

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