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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
President: Azerbaijan is consistently implementing measures to combat corruption

President: Azerbaijan is consistently implementing measures to combat corruption

“Azerbaijan is consistently implementing measures to combat corruption. Modernizing legislation, increasing transparency and accountability in public administration, ensuring the digitalization and accessibility of public services, and strengthening public oversight all play an important role in preventing corruption,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his address to the participants of the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, held in Baku.

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
Azerbaijanis can sell excess electricity and earn money, deputy minister says

Azerbaijanis can sell excess electricity and earn money, deputy minister says

Azerbaijani citizens can earn money by selling surplus electricity generated by their own systems to state-owned electricity distribution company Azerishiq after meeting their household needs, Deputy Energy Minister Elnur Soltanov has said.

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
Former Miss Switzerland contestant accuses Trump of sexual assault in 1993

Former Miss Switzerland contestant accuses Trump of sexual assault in 1993

A former Miss Switzerland contestant has accused US President Donald Trump of sexual assault during an alleged encounter in 1993, according to a report released by House Democrats examining Trump's alleged connections to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

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
CHELEBI supports Sharon Eyal’s Inside the Studio at Baku International Arts Festival [PHOTOS]

CHELEBI supports Sharon Eyal’s Inside the Studio at Baku International Arts Festival [PHOTOS]

On 1 November, the Heydar Aliyev Center will host Inside the Studio, an open rehearsal with Sharon Eyal, one of the most distinctive voices in contemporary choreography. The event is part of the parallel programme of the Baku International Arts Festival (BIAF), held from 28 October to 8 November 2026 with the support of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation and the Ministry of Culture of Azerbaijan.

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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