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Baku steps into spotlight as tourism shifts away from the Gulf

Baku steps into spotlight as tourism shifts away from the Gulf

Today, Azerbaijan is no longer just an energy supplier. It has become a vital link in the broader network of global connectivity. The ongoing turbulence in the Middle East highlights how the South Caucasus, with Azerbaijan at the helm, could influence the flow of goods, passengers, and strategic influence across continents for decades to come. As regional analysts warn, a destabilized Caucasus would be disastrous for Europe, potentially paralyzing communication and resource delivery. This makes Azerbaijan a critical actor, both regionally and globally.

Global oil supply set to jump 2.4 million barrels a day in 2026, IEA says

Global oil supply set to jump 2.4 million barrels a day in 2026, IEA says

If OPEC+ countries maintain their current production agreement, global oil supply is expected to increase by 2.4 million barrels per day in 2026, with the growth roughly split between OPEC+ and non-OPEC+ producers, according to a report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), AzerNEWS reports. The report highlights that, due to economic uncertainties and high oil prices, projected global oil demand growth for 2026 has been revised down to...

Ankara signals greater support for journalists and media transparency

Ankara signals greater support for journalists and media transparency

Presidential Communications Director Burhanettin Duran met with Ankara media representatives and presidential correspondents at an iftar program. Duran emphasized that the world is going through an increasingly fragile period, noting that the importance of accurate and verified information grows during times of crisis. He underlined that combating disinformation is critical for democracy and social peace, and stated that new efforts are being made regarding journalists’ working conditions and advertising.

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