Azerbaijan banks expand lending while keeping $2.7 billion liquidity cushion
According to official statements delivered by Central Bank Governor Taleh Kazimov during the monetary policy assessments, the banking sector maintains an excess liquidity pool of 6 billion manats prior to accounting for mandatory reserves.
President Ilham Aliyev sends letter to Donald Trump
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a letter to President of the United States of America Donald Trump.
Europe's natural gas storage stuck at 57%, lowest since 2011
Europe's natural gas storage facilities are currently 57% full, marking the lowest level recorded for this time of year since 2011. By comparison, storage sites across the continent were approximately...
Fitch upgrades Azerbaijan banks’ operating environment rating to ‘BB’
International rating agency Fitch Ratings has upgraded its assessment of the operating environment for Azerbaijani banks to “bb” from the previous “bb-”, while maintaining a “stable” outlook, AzerNEWS reports.
Rubio puts Trump’s Armenia-Azerbaijan peace push at centre of US diplomacy
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has highlighted President Donald Trump’s role in advancing the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process as the landmark Washington summit that produced a breakthrough between the two countries reaches its first anniversary.
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How Baku's post-war strategy changed Washington's role in South Caucasus [ANALYSIS]
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Washington peace, one year on: What changed in South Caucasus?
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Baku Court of Appeals rejects appeals filed by convicted Armenian nationals [PHOTOS]
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Another cargo shipment from Russia to Armenia transits through Azerbaijan
Russia, Pakistan work to launch first bilateral freight rail route
Russia and Pakistan are working to launch the first freight railway route between the two countries, Russian Ambassador to Pakistan Albert Khorev said.
Eight bison calves born in Shahdag National Park this year
Eight bison calves have been born this year in Shahdag National Park, marking a significant achievement in Azerbaijan's efforts to restore the population of this endangered species, AzerNEWS reports citing WWF Azerbaijan.
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Azerbaijan, Vietnam explore new opportunities for film cooperation [PHOTOS]
Azerbaijan and Vietnam are exploring new opportunities for cooperation in the film industry, including joint film production, professional exchanges, and the development of creative projects.
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Iran war turns Strait of Hormuz into global economic pressure point
In recent months, the Strait of Hormuz has remained the main stumbling block in diplomatic efforts between the two sides. It is alternately closed and opened. Iran believes that only Tehran and Muscat can monitor navigation in the Strait of Hormuz, while Donald Trump asserts that the US will not allow Iran to charge fees for passage through the strait.
Azerbaijan U18 women’s basketball team defeats Estonia at European Championship
Azerbaijan’s U18 women’s national basketball team has secured its second victory at the European Championship Division B in Romania, AzerNEWS reports.
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Russia, Pakistan work to launch first bilateral freight rail route
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Azerbaijan banks expand lending while keeping $2.7 billion liquidity cushion
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OpenAI announces unlimited text chats for free ChatGPT users
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Rubio puts Trump’s Armenia-Azerbaijan peace push at centre of US diplomacy
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Boeing 737 cargo plane runs off runway at Russia’s Norilsk Airport
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One worker killed, another injured in tunnel collapse in Türkiye’s Adana
8 August 23:00 -
Louvre Museum opens temporary exhibition highlighting Islamic Art Collection
8 August 22:30 -
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company says its vessel hit by missile in Strait of Hormuz
8 August 21:55 -
Hungary’s ruling Tisza Party nominates former supreme Court Chief for President
8 August 21:25 -
Manchester United goalkeeper Radek Vitek joins Middlesbrough
8 August 20:50 -
President Ilham Aliyev sends letter to Donald Trump
8 August 20:33 -
Iran says Its Position Toward US Remains Unchanged, President Pezeshkian Says
8 August 20:17 -
President Ilham Aliyev, U.S. President Donald Trump hold phone conversation
8 August 19:55 -
EU calls on Meta and TikTok to take stronger action against disinformation amid migrant influx in Spain’s Ceuta
8 August 19:45 -
Iran, Oman near agreement on Strait of Hormuz transit arrangements
8 August 19:10 -
Italy rejects Spain’s deadline to lift border checks
8 August 18:40 -
Turkiye ready to implement various projects in Azerbaijan’s oil and gas fields
8 August 18:05 -
Powering Azerbaijan’s post-oil horizons: why SOFAZ’s Peruvian venture matters
8 August 17:35 -
Azerbaijan U18 women’s basketball team defeats Estonia at European Championship
8 August 17:00 -
Seven injured as Ukrainian drone attacks hit several Russian regions
8 August 16:30 -
Hikmet Hajiyev: President Ilham Aliyev has won both war and peace
8 August 15:55 -
Azerbaijan holds annual meeting of military attachés and representatives
8 August 15:25 -
French MFA issues statement marking anniversary of Washington summit
8 August 14:50 -
Ukraine pledges not to strike CPC infrastructure or non-Russian tankers
8 August 14:20 -
Hot weather to continue across Azerbaijan, temperatures hit 40°C
8 August 13:45 -
Colombia to join US-backed “Shield of Americas” alliance
8 August 13:15 -
Prime Minister of Armenia makes phone call to President Ilham Aliyev
8 August 12:36 -
Bulldozer hits landmine in Azerbaijan’s Khojavend district
8 August 12:10 -
Azerbaijan backs peaceful resolution of Georgia conflict within recognized borders
8 August 11:35 -
Pashinyan: Washington summit took Armenia out of deadlock and opened new prospects
8 August 11:05 -
Fitch upgrades Azerbaijan banks’ operating environment rating to ‘BB’
8 August 10:30 -
Azerbaijan to transit new Russian wheat and coal shipments to Armenia
8 August 10:00 -
Japan demands U.S. stop using anime and game memes
8 August 09:00 -
Trump bans birth tourism in U.S
8 August 08:30 -
How Baku's post-war strategy changed Washington's role in South Caucasus [ANALYSIS]
8 August 08:00 -
South Korean orbiter captures crater formed by Falcon 9 debris striking Moon
7 August 23:58 -
Warner Bros. confirms new "Matrix" film
7 August 23:30 -
Meta ordered to pay for harming children’s mental health
7 August 22:58 -
Germany condemns North Korea’s missile launch
7 August 22:25 -
Washington peace, one year on: What changed in South Caucasus?
7 August 21:55 -
ByteDance expands AI ambitions
7 August 21:50 -
Britain bans smart glasses in restaurants
7 August 21:20 -
Armenia becomes new fault line in global power contest
7 August 20:45 -
Chile and Venezuela reopen consular channels
7 August 20:17 -
Heatwave death toll in Europe surpasses 25,000
7 August 19:40 -
Global food prices rise to highest level in more than three years
7 August 19:10 -
EU imposes new sanctions on five Russians over support for military-industrial complex
7 August 18:53 -
Türkiye, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan deepen military ties with new defense agreement
7 August 18:31 -
Azercell launches annual subscription for ZengimCELL service
7 August 18:07 -
Organizing Committee reviews preparations for FIFA Youth World Cups in Azerbaijan [PHOTOS]
7 August 17:46 -
Azerbaijan’s state budget overpayments approach AZN 2.9 billion
7 August 17:27 -
Azerbaijan invests more than 1 billion manats in post-conflict reconstruction
7 August 17:10 -
Azerbaijan, Vietnam explore new opportunities for film cooperation [PHOTOS]
7 August 16:49 -
Fitch upgrades ABB’s long-term issuer default rating to BB+
7 August 16:30 -
Young talents shine at Azerbaijan Rhythmic Gymnastics Championships [PHOTOS]
7 August 16:13 -
Turkiye’s metal exports to Azerbaijan drop 34.9% in July
7 August 15:53 -
Middle Corridor gains strategic importance as Azerbaijan expands logistics role
7 August 15:31 -
Saudi Arabia heightens security after reports of planned attacks
7 August 15:16 -
Azerbaijan’s $4.9 billion credit push targets roads, rail and reconstruction
7 August 14:58 -
English Football Association backs away from Infantino's re-election bid
7 August 14:36 -
SOFAZ invests in Peru’s largest independent power producer
7 August 14:19 -
Europe's natural gas storage stuck at 57%, lowest since 2011
7 August 13:56 -
Baku prepares to welcome Europe’s volleyball elite for 2026 Championship [PHOTOS]
7 August 13:38 -
Mingachevir to host fifth Let's Cross Kura Open Water Swimming Race
7 August 13:22 -
Pashinyan criticizes EAEU over unfulfilled integration principles
7 August 13:02 -
Azerbaijan banks increase real sector lending to AZN 34.6 billion
7 August 12:43 -
Eight bison calves born in Shahdag National Park this year
7 August 12:20 -
Drone attack sparks fire at Wildberries logistics hub in Yekaterinburg
7 August 12:03 -
AFFA Official appointed as UEFA Delegate for Europa League Qualifying Match
7 August 11:46 -
Gold, silver extend gains as market sentiment improves
7 August 11:23 -
Saudi Arabia, Türkiye and Pakistan move toward Joint Defense Agreement
7 August 11:02 -
Archaeological Summer School launched at Shamkir Archaeological Expedition [PHOTOS]
7 August 10:47 -
Azeri Light crude rises to $93.37 per barrel in Augusta Port
7 August 10:22 -
Freight shipment of wheat and coal to transit Azerbaijan heading to Armenia
7 August 10:00 -
WBD Q2 results miss expectations amid revenue decline
7 August 09:00 -
Azerbaijan’s debt shrinks as reliance on foreign credit fades
7 August 08:30 -
S. Korea bans hidden used car fees
7 August 08:00 -
Ankara, Baghdad sign one-year crude oil transport deal to boost pipeline capacity
6 August 23:30 -
Four carmakers to recall vehicles in South Korea
6 August 22:58 -
Disney+ to add TikTok-style short videos through new deal
6 August 22:25 -
Kazakhstan to introduce AI studies from first grade
6 August 21:51 -
DPRK launches suspected ballistic missile
6 August 21:20 -
New hypoallergenic beagles develop in USA
6 August 20:39 -
Ukraine’s Caspian strike reveals how Iran and Russia wars are converging [Op-Ed]
6 August 20:16 -
Global talent shifts toward Türkiye as 379,000 skilled workers receive permits
6 August 19:48 -
Dua Lipa to headline UK's oldest literary festival
6 August 19:25 -
Oil-backed financing plan takes shape for $55 billion trade corridor
6 August 18:45 -
China unveils world’s first 16 MW floating wind platform
6 August 18:20 -
Türkiye, Spain move to deepen trade ties with $25 billion target in sight
6 August 17:46 -
South Caucasus Pipeline averages 63.7 million cubic metres of daily gas exports
6 August 17:23 -
Azerbaijan honors its photography legacy with commemorative stamp [PHOTOS]
6 August 17:04 -
Tehran, Muscat near 60-day agreement to ease Hormuz deadlock
6 August 16:48 -
Qarabag FC to face Dynamo Kyiv in UEFA Conference League Qualifier
6 August 16:33 -
Azerbaijan ready to support Ukraine’s energy security, Bayramov says
6 August 16:14 -
Urban birds fly away sooner from women than men
6 August 15:56 -
Number of Central Asian labor migrants entering Russia falls 15%
6 August 15:39 -
State Examination Center to hold recruitment exams for arts school directors and teachers
6 August 15:21 -
Baku Court of Appeals rejects appeals filed by convicted Armenian nationals [PHOTOS]
6 August 15:02 -
Rising fuel prices push drivers worldwide toward electric vehicles
6 August 14:45 -
BTC pipeline hits 4.7 billion-barrel milestone as SOCAR takes over operations
6 August 14:24