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Azerbaijan’s trade surplus surges to $6.3 billion, easing currency pressure

Azerbaijan’s trade surplus surges to $6.3 billion, easing currency pressure

The structural shift in Azerbaijan’s foreign trade during the first four months of this year offers more than just encouraging macroeconomic data; it provides a profound sense of relief for the country’s monetary stability. For the past three years, a concerning narrative had been quietly building among economic analysts and the public alike.

Foreign journalists explore Baku's heritage as part of WUF13 Program [PHOTOS]

Foreign journalists explore Baku's heritage as part of WUF13 Program [PHOTOS]

A media tour of Baku's cultural and historical landmarks was organized for foreign media representatives visiting the country for the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), aiming to present Azerbaijan's development strategies and achievements in sustainable urban planning to the international community, AzerNEWS reports.

Expert: Cities need to adapt to ageing populations and climate challenges

Expert: Cities need to adapt to ageing populations and climate challenges

Speaking at the 13th session of the United Nations World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, transport expert Rauf Aghamirzayev, in his comment for AzerNEWS, described the forum as an important global platform for discussing the future of cities, modern urban challenges, and practical solutions being implemented around the world.

Ismail Serageldin: Cultural heritage must remain part of living urban life

Ismail Serageldin: Cultural heritage must remain part of living urban life

Ismail Serageldin, founding director of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina (BA), the new Library of Alexandria, co-chair of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, said that historic cities should not be treated as frozen monuments, but as living urban environments where economic and social life continues to evolve, AzerNEWS reports.

Decisions adopted at first official meeting of Global South Youth Platform

Decisions adopted at first official meeting of Global South Youth Platform

Important decisions regarding the activities, future priorities, and opportunities for international cooperation of the Global South Youth Platform were adopted during the platform’s first official meeting, held within the framework of the international conference titled “Global South Youth Platform: The Role of Youth in Urban Development During the Decolonisation Process”, organised by the Baku Initiative Group.

Azerbaijani table tennis player enters Guinness World Records

Azerbaijani table tennis player enters Guinness World Records

An official confirmation certificate has been sent by the relevant authority recognizing Azerbaijani table tennis player Nihad Mammadov as a new Guinness World Record holder, AzerNEWS reports citing the Azerbaijan Table Tennis Federation.

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