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Azerbaijan’s multiculturalism model draws on centuries of coexistence

Azerbaijan’s multiculturalism model draws on centuries of coexistence

Azerbaijan’s long history of coexistence among different ethnic groups and religious communities was at the centre of discussions at the opening of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku on October 27. Held under the theme "Dialogue for a Shared Future," the forum brought renewed attention to the country’s approach to cultural diversity and its efforts to promote dialogue between different societies.

Nation
Azerbaijan plans to join Mecca Convention on combating corruption

Azerbaijan plans to join Mecca Convention on combating corruption

Speaking on Wednesday at the third high-level meeting of heads of anti-corruption law enforcement agencies from member states of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) in Baku, Aliyev said Azerbaijan had already ratified several major international conventions aimed at fighting corruption and organized crime.

Oil & Gas
Azeri Light oil price falls 4% per barrel

Azeri Light oil price falls 4% per barrel

The price of Azerbaijan's Azeri Light crude oil fell by $5.11, or 4%, to $122.49 per barrel on a CIF basis at Italy's Augusta port, compared with the previous figure.

Business
Hotel overnight stays in Azerbaijan decline 6.6% in first nine months of 2026

Hotel overnight stays in Azerbaijan decline 6.6% in first nine months of 2026

The number of overnight stays in hotels and hotel-type establishments across Azerbaijan declined by 6.6% during the first nine months of 2026 compared with the corresponding period last year, according to the State Statistical Committee.

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
What happened to Armenia’s military resources before the 2020 war?

What happened to Armenia’s military resources before the 2020 war?

For years, Armenia sought to explain away its defeat in the 2020 war by pointing to military support for Azerbaijan from Türkiye, Pakistan and Israel, as well as from alleged European and African countries with no direct involvement in the conflict, rather than confronting the realities of its own military capabilities.

World
Netanyahu leads Israel election race but falls short of parliamentary majority

Netanyahu leads Israel election race but falls short of parliamentary majority

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing bloc is leading the opposition as vote counting continues in the country's parliamentary elections, with neither side securing a majority after approximately 42% of ballots have been counted.

Analysis

Lifestyle
Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva familiarizes herself with activities of social sewing facility in Shamakhi [PHOTOS]

Leyla Aliyeva, Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, and Alena Aliyeva visited a social sewing facility operating in the city of Shamakhi on October 26.

Culture
Baku Art Weekend to showcase international artists and new exhibitions at Heydar Aliyev Center

Baku Art Weekend to showcase international artists and new exhibitions at Heydar Aliyev Center

The Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku will host a series of exhibitions featuring internationally renowned artists, contemporary installations and interactive projects as part of the second edition of the "Fly to Baku. Art Weekend. Sense the Future NOW" festival, which begins on October 30.

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
Embassy of Pakistan in Baku observes Jammu and Kashmir Black Day [PHOTOS]

Embassy of Pakistan in Baku observes Jammu and Kashmir Black Day [PHOTOS]

The Embassy of Pakistan in Baku solemnly observed Jammu and Kashmir Black Day on 27 October 2026 to commemorate the events of 27 October 1947, when Indian troops landed in Srinagar and forcibly occupied Jammu and Kashmir against the will of its people. The event was attended by representatives of civil society, think tanks, print and electronic media, members of the Pakistani community, Azerbaijani intellectuals and students.

Sports
FIFA’s Arsène Wenger leads football development masterclass in Baku [PHOTOS]

FIFA’s Arsène Wenger leads football development masterclass in Baku [PHOTOS]

A football coaching masterclass featuring Arsène Wenger, FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, was held in Baku on October 27.

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