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Azerbaijan unveils AI platform in bid to become Caucasus innovation hub

Azerbaijan unveils AI platform in bid to become Caucasus innovation hub

The government’s commitment to comprehensive digital development was reaffirmed in January, when President Ilham Aliyev approved the Digital Development Concept of the Republic of Azerbaijan. The concept aims to modernize public administration, accelerate economic growth, and significantly improve the quality of life through advanced digital solutions. Importantly, it emphasizes a balanced approach by addressing the needs and interests of citizens, businesses, and the state.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev receives UK’s Minister of State for Defence [PHOTOS]

President Ilham Aliyev receives UK’s Minister of State for Defence [PHOTOS]

On December 4, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Lord Vernon Coaker, Minister of State for Defence of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil prices edge up in Augusta and Ceyhan ports

Azeri Light oil prices edge up in Augusta and Ceyhan ports

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude increased at Italy’s Augusta port, rising by 32 cents, or 0.48 percent, to $66.54 per barrel on a CIF basis, Azernews reports.

Business
Non-oil boom drives Azerbaijan’s tax revenue above forecast by 105%

Non-oil boom drives Azerbaijan’s tax revenue above forecast by 105%

Azerbaijan’s state budget has seen rising revenue from non-oil activities, with taxes from non-oil and gas sectors now accounting for the majority of collections. Thus, between January and November 2025, the state collected...

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Baku’s strategic patience ends Minsk Group era, rewrites regional power dynamics

Baku’s strategic patience ends Minsk Group era, rewrites regional power dynamics

The decades-long negotiation process over Garabagh, from 1992 to 2020, reflects Azerbaijan’s unwavering commitment to restoring its territorial integrity, combining patient diplomacy with strategic preparation. From the earliest stages of conflict to the decisive 44-day Patriotic War in 2020 and the subsequent diplomatic milestones, Baku consistently prioritized the full elimination of occupation and aggression while engaging with complex international frameworks such as the OSCE Minsk Group.

Armenian Aggression
Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues in Baku on charges of war crimes and terror financing [PHOTOS]

Trial of Ruben Vardanyan continues in Baku on charges of war crimes and terror financing [PHOTOS]

The trial of Armenian national Ruben Vardanyan — charged under numerous articles of the Criminal Code of Azerbaijan, including crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, terrorism, terror financing, and other grave offenses — continued on December 2.

World
Rivian initiates US-wide vehicle recall

Rivian initiates US-wide vehicle recall

Rivian Automotive Inc.'s subsidiary, Rivian Automotive LLC, is recalling 34,824 vehicles in the United States due to a potential seat belt malfunction, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) announced Wednesday, Azernews reports, citing foreign media.

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
IDEA Public Union organises new tree-planting campaigns in Khachmaz and Shabran [PHOTOS]

IDEA Public Union organises new tree-planting campaigns in Khachmaz and Shabran [PHOTOS]

As part of the "Green Marathon" mass tree-planting campaign initiated by Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, founder and leader of the IDEA Public Union, new tree-planting actions were organised in the Khachmaz and Shabran districts, Azernews reports.

Culture
Baku Int'l Film Festival to be held within Baku Cinema Breeze 2025 [PHOTOS]

Baku Int'l Film Festival to be held within Baku Cinema Breeze 2025 [PHOTOS]

The 16th Baku International Film Festival (BIFF) will take place this year as part of the Baku Cinema Breeze 2025 Festival, co-organised by the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry and the Cinema Agency, Azernews reports.

Events
Azerbaijan’s mediation helped secure Türkiye’s selection as COP31 host, says official

Azerbaijan’s mediation helped secure Türkiye’s selection as COP31 host, says official

The deputy foreign minister and former chief negotiator of COP29 in Azerbaijan, Yalchin Rafiyev, has said that Azerbaijan played a key mediating role in Türkiye’s successful bid to host COP31, Azernews reports.

Sports
Young athletes stand out at Baku Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship

Young athletes stand out at Baku Rhythmic Gymnastics Championship

The 30th Baku Championship in Rhythmic Gymnastics has taken place at the National Gymnastics Arena in Baku, Azernews reports.

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