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President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev meets with Prime Minister of Armenia in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev meets with Prime Minister of Armenia in Abu Dhabi [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

On February 4, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with Prime Minister of the Republic of Armenia Nikol Pashinyan in Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates, Azernews reports.

Nation
Is water new gold? Why investors are turning to water companies

Is water new gold? Why investors are turning to water companies

For investors, water represents a rare category of asset: one driven by necessity rather than economic cycles. Demand for water remains stable regardless of market conditions, making water-related companies, particularly utilities among the more defensive segments of the infrastructure sector. Rising population, urbanization, climate pressure, and growing industrial demand from sectors such as data centers, clean energy, and advanced manufacturing continue to underpin long-term growth. In many markets, regulated pricing frameworks provide revenue visibility, supporting steady - though typically modest - returns.

Oil & Gas
SOCAR plans to drill 80 wells and conduct over 500 operations this year

SOCAR plans to drill 80 wells and conduct over 500 operations this year

A total of 80 wells are planned to be drilled this year, along with more than 500 well operations, according to SOCAR.

Business
Azerbaijan's Central Bank cuts refinancing rate to 6.5% [PHOTO]

Azerbaijan's Central Bank cuts refinancing rate to 6.5% [PHOTO]

The Management Board of the Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan has decided to cut the refinancing rate to 6.5% from 6.75%, Azernews reports, citing a LinkedIn post by Governor Taleh Kazimov. The floor of the interest rate corridor was also reduced to...

Analysis

Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict
Baku Military Court continues trial of Armenian officials for aggression against Azerbaijan

Baku Military Court continues trial of Armenian officials for aggression against Azerbaijan

The open trial against Armenian citizens, including Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Gukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon Mnatsakanyan, and others, accused of committing crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, preparing and waging aggressive war, genocide, violations of the laws of war, terrorism, financing terrorism, forcibly seizing and retaining power, and other serious offenses, will continue on February 5.

Armenian Aggression
ANAMA clears 1,738 hectares of mines in liberated territories

ANAMA clears 1,738 hectares of mines in liberated territories

In January, Azerbaijani demining teams detected and neutralized 37 anti-tank mines, 337 anti-personnel mines, and 1,364 unexploded ordnance (UXO) in territories recently liberated from occupation, Azernews reports, citing the Azerbaijan National Agency for Mine Action (ANAMA).

World
First military friction emerges after US troop deployment near Iran

First military friction emerges after US troop deployment near Iran

The first signs of direct military tension have surfaced following the deployment of US forces near Iran, amid a broader regional buildup and renewed diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran, Azernews reports.

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
Winter Tale Music Festival to kick off in Gabala

Winter Tale Music Festival to kick off in Gabala

The 2nd International Winter Tale Music Festival will be held in Gabala beginning on February 5, Azernews reports.

Culture
Azerbaijan's Culture Minister holds talks with U.S. and Italian diplomats [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's Culture Minister holds talks with U.S. and Italian diplomats [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan's Culture Minister Adil Karimli has held meetings with the Chargé d'Affaires of the United States Embassy, Amy Carlo, and the Italian Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Luca Di Gianfrancesco, Azernews reports.

Events
From sanctions to strategy: Europe joins Washington in confronting Iran

From sanctions to strategy: Europe joins Washington in confronting Iran

At a time when the United States is cornering Iran and the world is discussing whether Iran will be struck any day now, the European Union’s designation of the IRGC as a terrorist organization was received as a meaningful move.

Sports
Azerbaijan Int'l badminton tournament begins in Baku [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan Int'l badminton tournament begins in Baku [PHOTOS]

Azerbaijan International 2026 Badminton Tournament has officially got underway, Azernews reports.

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