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Industrial steel over crude oil: New model for US-Azerbaijan relations

Industrial steel over crude oil: New model for US-Azerbaijan relations

In a time when energy diplomacy often conjures images of oil tankers and pipelines, Azerbaijan is offering a new chapter—one written not in crude oil but in steel and silicon. The South Caucasus nation, historically seen through the prism of its oil reserves, is quietly engineering a shift that could redefine its economic identity and strengthen transatlantic ties: a surge in non-oil exports, particularly to the United States.

Nation
UK remains top foreign investor in Azerbaijan, as bilateral economic ties deepen

UK remains top foreign investor in Azerbaijan, as bilateral economic ties deepen

The United Kingdom continues to be Azerbaijan’s largest foreign investor, with total investments exceeding $37 billion, according to Azerbaijani Energy Minister Parviz Shahbazov during the 7th meeting of the Joint Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation held in London, Azernews reports.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Oil prices slide below budget estimates

Azeri Oil prices slide below budget estimates

The price of Azerbaijan's flagship crude oil, Azeri Light, declined noticeably on global markets, falling below the country's projected average for 2025, Azernews reports.

Business
Nakhchivan–Urumqi brotherhood: New phase in Azerbaijan–China cooperation

Nakhchivan–Urumqi brotherhood: New phase in Azerbaijan–China cooperation

Within the framework of the official visit of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, to China, the signing of a memorandum of understanding on the brother-city relationship between the city of Nakhchivan and Urumqi, the capital of the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, holds significant political, economic, and cultural importance. This notable event can be regarded as an important step in deepening the existing strategic cooperation between China and Azerbaijan at the local level.

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Yerevan’s silent provocation on border risks shattering fragile peace

Yerevan’s silent provocation on border risks shattering fragile peace

The Armenia-Azerbaijan peace negotiations remain an open and unresolved question, yet beneath the surface, serious new security threats are quietly intensifying. Since early March, the fragile ceasefire has been violated repeatedly — and tellingly, the violations have been recorded unilaterally.

Armenian Aggression
Video shown in Baku court confirms Arkady Ghukasyan’s presence in Shusha after occupation

Video shown in Baku court confirms Arkady Ghukasyan’s presence in Shusha after occupation

During today's session at the Baku Military Court, video footage confirming the presence of Arkady Ghukasyan, the former so-called leader of the separatist regime in Garabagh, in Shusha immediately after its occupation was presented as key evidence, Azernews reports.

World
Turkiye's foreign trade hits $54 bn in March 2025

Turkiye's foreign trade hits $54 bn in March 2025

In March 2025, Turkiye's foreign trade turnover reached $54.025 billion, according to data released by the Turkish Ministry of Trade.

Travel
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
Heritage samples of national tourism brand lenses and "Art of decoration" exhibited in Shusha [PHOTOS]

Heritage samples of national tourism brand lenses and "Art of decoration" exhibited in Shusha [PHOTOS]
Deputy head of Agency: Western Azerbaijan has rich cultural and gastronomic heritage

Deputy head of Agency: Western Azerbaijan has rich cultural and gastronomic heritage

Lifestyle
Azerbaijan marks International Jazz Day with tribute to mugham-jazz fusion [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan marks International Jazz Day with tribute to mugham-jazz fusion [PHOTOS]

Every year on April 30, jazz enthusiasts from around the world come together to celebrate International Jazz Day, an occasion that highlights the genre’s rich history, cultural significance, and global impact, Azernews reports.

Culture
Honored Artists thrill audience at International Mugham Center [PHOTOS]

Honored Artists thrill audience at International Mugham Center [PHOTOS]

Honored Artists Ilkin Ahmadov and Beyimkhanim Valiyeva have thrilled the audience at International Mugham Center, Azernews reports.

Events
Forged in war, defined by sacrifice: Azerbaijan's Special Forces mark their legacy

Forged in war, defined by sacrifice: Azerbaijan's Special Forces mark their legacy

April 30 marks a solemn yet proud chapter in Azerbaijan’s military history — the anniversary of the formation of its elite Special Forces, whose name has become synonymous with precision, courage, and unmatched combat capability.

Sports
European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup kicks off in Baku

European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup kicks off in Baku

European Rhythmic Gymnastics Cup has kicked off in Baku, Azernews reports.

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