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Azerbaijan expands green energy ambitions with telecom sector solar integration [EXCLUSIVE]

Azerbaijan expands green energy ambitions with telecom sector solar integration [EXCLUSIVE]

Further information obtained by AzerNEWS from Aztelecom LLC, a company under AZCON Holding, suggests that this pilot initiative is intended to be scaled. The successful implementation in the Kurdamir region has paved the way for expansion into other regions, with a particular focus on the liberated territories.

Nation
President Ilham Aliyev congratulates Azerbaijani people on Ramadan

President Ilham Aliyev congratulates Azerbaijani people on Ramadan

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sent a congratulatory message to the Azerbaijani people on the occasion of Ramadan, AzerNEWS reports.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan exports $33.5M worth of gas to Syria as energy cooperation expands

Azerbaijan exports $33.5M worth of gas to Syria as energy cooperation expands

Azerbaijan exported 100.266 million cubic meters of natural gas to the Syrian Arab Republic in January 2026, valued at $33.504 million, AzerNEWS reports, citing the State Statistics Committee. Following the agreement, all technical preparations for gas transportation were completed, and exports of Azerbaijani gas to Syria via Turkiye officially began on August 2, 2025. In the initial phase, annual exports are expected to reach...

Business
Trend News Agency - leading media outlet in Iran and Central Asia, data shows

Trend News Agency - leading media outlet in Iran and Central Asia, data shows

By the close of 2025, Trend News Agency had surpassed the foremost media outlets of Central Asia and Iran, establishing itself as one of the most relevant and in‑demand sources of information from the region to the wider world. Independent data from Medialogia confirms this achievement.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Armenia reports no complaints over Azerbaijani fuel quality amid growing trade

Armenia reports no complaints over Azerbaijani fuel quality amid growing trade

The quality of Azerbaijani gasoline has been high, no complaints have been recorded regarding the quality of Azerbaijani gasoline supplied to Armenia, according to Gevorg Papoyan.

World
Samsung ramps up investment in AI chip development

Samsung ramps up investment in AI chip development

Samsung Electronics announced on Thursday plans to invest 110 trillion won (approximately $73.2 billion) in facilities and research and development this year, aiming to “secure leadership” in the emerging era of artificial intelligence semiconductors. Unveiling its new corporate strategy, the company stated that it seeks to become “the world’s only semiconductor firm capable of delivering a one-stop solution spanning memory, foundry, and advanced packaging”, AzerNEWS reports, citing foreign media.

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
Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions now open for art exhibition "Colors of Spring"

Submissions are now open for the art exhibition "Colors of Spring" (Baharın rəngləri), held under the motto: "Stay in Touch with Nature – Capture Its Charm," AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
Int'l Mugham Center marks anniversary of prominent folklorist [PHOTOS]

Int'l Mugham Center marks anniversary of prominent folklorist [PHOTOS]

A commemorative concert titled "The Voice of the Saz, the Breath of the Word" has taken place at the International Mugham Center, AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
Registration continues for “Baku Marathon 2026”

Registration continues for “Baku Marathon 2026”

Registration is ongoing for the “Baku Marathon 2026”, which will be held on 3 May at the initiative of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, AzerNEWS reports.

Sports
NOC Athletes' Commission convenes first meeting of year [PHOTOS]

NOC Athletes' Commission convenes first meeting of year [PHOTOS]

The National Olympic Committee's (NOC) Athletes' Commission has convened its first meeting for 2026, AzerNEWS reports.

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