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Azerbaijan’s TRIPP opportunity looks more promising than trade flows

Azerbaijan’s TRIPP opportunity looks more promising than trade flows

The more ambitious model is different. Cargo could arrive at an Azerbaijani port, be stored in a warehouse, cleared through customs, sorted, insured, repackaged and transferred between sea, rail and road transport.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev allocates 258 million manats to accelerate socio-economic development of Nakhchivan

President Ilham Aliyev allocates 258 million manats to accelerate socio-economic development of Nakhchivan

President Ilham Aliyev has signed an Order to allocate 258 million manats to accelerate the socio-economic development of the Nakhchivan Autonomous Republic.

Oil & Gas
Global crude oil production forecast to reach 74.89 million barrels per day in 2026

Global crude oil production forecast to reach 74.89 million barrels per day in 2026

Global crude oil production is forecast to average 74.89 million barrels per day in 2026, AzerNEWS ​reports.

Business
Azerbaijan sees 13.8% growth in fixed capital investment in H1 2026

Azerbaijan sees 13.8% growth in fixed capital investment in H1 2026

Investments in fixed capital from all sources of financing rose by 13.8% year-on-year to 9.3 billion manats in the first half of 2026, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA).

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
EU hails Armenia, Azerbaijan’s progress one year after Washington summit

EU hails Armenia, Azerbaijan’s progress one year after Washington summit

Magdalena Grono, the EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus and the crisis in Georgia, made the remarks in a post on X marking the anniversary of the summit.

World
Panama Canal transit fees surge amid Middle East conflict

Panama Canal transit fees surge amid Middle East conflict

Transit fees for ships passing through the Panama Canal have surged sharply amid disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz linked to the conflict in the Middle East and growing demand for alternative shipping routes.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Baku gets ready for celebration of world-class dance–Video message from Eldar Jafarov

Baku gets ready for celebration of world-class dance–Video message from Eldar Jafarov

From 29 October to 1 November 2026, Baku will once again become an international meeting point for dance as Azerbaijan Dance Festival celebrates its 5th anniversary, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
First AVAZ Youth Choir Camp brings young singers together in Shaki [PHOTOS]

First AVAZ Youth Choir Camp brings young singers together in Shaki [PHOTOS]

With the support of the Ministry of Youth and Sports and organized by the Baku Public Choir, Azerbaijan's first "AVAZ" Youth Choir Camp has been held at the Shaki Olympic Sports Complex, 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

Events
Baku to host int'l forum on Middle Corridor, TRIPP and Eurasia’s transport future

Baku to host int'l forum on Middle Corridor, TRIPP and Eurasia’s transport future

Baku will host an international conference in September, bringing together government officials, transport operators, investors and experts to discuss the future of Eurasia’s transport corridors amid shifting global supply chains and the emergence of alternative trade routes between Asia and Europe.

Sports
PFL announces dates for Azerbaijan Premier League opening round

PFL announces dates for Azerbaijan Premier League opening round

The schedule for the opening round of the 2026/27 Azerbaijan Premier League season has been announced, with matches set to be played over four days from August 14 to 17, AzerNEWS reports, citing the Professional Football League (PFL).

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