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Ukraine’s grain exports: why world needs Black Sea Corridor

Ukraine’s grain exports: why world needs Black Sea Corridor

Ukraine’s struggle to restore grain exports through the Black Sea carries consequences far beyond its national borders. As one of the world’s leading agricultural exporters, the country plays a significant role in supplying wheat, corn, barley and sunflower oil to international markets. The restoration of maritime shipments would support global food security while delivering substantial economic benefits to Ukraine, whose agricultural sector remains a vital source of export revenue, employment and foreign currency.

Nation
Baku’s Olive Festival wraps up three days of local flavours and live music [PHOTOS]

Baku’s Olive Festival wraps up three days of local flavours and live music [PHOTOS]

The three-day Olive Festival at Baku’s Seaside National Park came to an end on 25 October, with the final day featuring local products, music and entertainment.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price rises to $126.59 per barrel

Azeri Light oil price rises to $126.59 per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan’s Azeri Light crude oil at Italy’s Augusta port rose by $4.64, or 3.8%, from the previous level to $126.59 per barrel on a CIF basis.

Business
Turkic States sign charter to strengthen audit cooperation

Turkic States sign charter to strengthen audit cooperation

The charter of the Union of Supreme Audit Institutions of Turkic States was signed in Antalya on October 24.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Pashinyan says Armenia working with Azerbaijan and Türkiye to reopen border

Armenia continues to hold discussions with Azerbaijan and Türkiye on reopening the Armenia–Türkiye border, Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said on October 22.

World
Scientists develop more accurate method to predict Kondo Effect in metals

Scientists develop more accurate method to predict Kondo Effect in metals

Researchers from the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) and Yale University have developed a computational method that can more accurately predict the Kondo effect in specific metals, potentially advancing research into complex quantum materials.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Olive Festival draws crowds in Baku despite rainy weather [PHOTOS]

Olive Festival draws crowds in Baku despite rainy weather [PHOTOS]

The music and entertainment program continues at the Seaside National Park on the final day of the Olive Festival in Baku. Despite the rainy weather, residents and visitors are arriving at the festival grounds to watch concerts and enjoy the festivities.

Culture
National Library opens exhibition dedicated to Gubadli [PHOTOS]

National Library opens exhibition dedicated to Gubadli [PHOTOS]

The Azerbaijan National Library has presented virtual and traditional book exhibitions titled "October 25 – Gubadli City Day" to mark the anniversary of the city's liberation during the 2020 Patriotic War.

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

Events
President Ilham Aliyev watches opening ceremony of FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

President Ilham Aliyev watches opening ceremony of FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival [PHOTOS/VIDEO]

The official opening ceremony of the inaugural FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival was held at the Baku Crystal Hall on October 24.

Sports
Baku holds rally in support of footballers from Kanaky–New Caledonia and French Polynesia [PHOTOS]

Baku holds rally in support of footballers from Kanaky–New Caledonia and French Polynesia [PHOTOS]

A rally supporting the teams from Kanaky–New Caledonia and French Polynesia (Maohi Nui – Tahiti), taking part in the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival, was held in Baku on October 25.

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