Victims testify in Baku trial of Ruben Vardanyan on charges of war crimes and terrorism
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On April 22, the trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan continued in Baku with the testimonies of victims, mostly mine victims, who have suffered serious injuries due to landmines allegedly planted under his leadership and support, Azernews reports.
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On April 22, the trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan continued in Baku with the testimonies of victims, mostly mine victims, who have suffered serious injuries due to landmines allegedly planted under his leadership and support, Azernews reports.
Azerbaijan’s green ambitions signal shift in Eurasia’s energy map
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In an era when climate change dominates the global agenda, the imperative to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation has never been more urgent. Governments and financial institutions worldwide are pivoting toward green initiatives, yet progress remains uneven, often hindered by entrenched industrial practices and the high capital cost of sustainable transformation. Azerbaijan, a nation historically shaped by oil wealth, is now navigating a complex but deliberate shift toward a green economy—striving to redefine its development narrative through innovation, policy reform, and international cooperation.
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In an era when climate change dominates the global agenda, the imperative to decouple economic growth from environmental degradation has never been more urgent. Governments and financial institutions worldwide are pivoting toward green initiatives, yet progress remains uneven, often hindered by entrenched industrial practices and the high capital cost of sustainable transformation. Azerbaijan, a nation historically shaped by oil wealth, is now navigating a complex but deliberate shift toward a green economy—striving to redefine its development narrative through innovation, policy reform, and international cooperation.
Baku to host final stage of Cadet Boxing Zone Championship
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A final stage of the Cadet Boxing Zone Championship will take place in Azerbaijan on April 22-26, Azernews reports.
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A final stage of the Cadet Boxing Zone Championship will take place in Azerbaijan on April 22-26, Azernews reports.
Azerbaijan’s ACG project delivers massive oil and gas returns
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Since the start of production in 1997, more than 4.5 billion barrels of oil have been extracted from the Azeri-Chirag-Gunashli (ACG) field block.
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Since the start of production in 1997, more than 4.5 billion barrels of oil have been extracted from the Azeri-Chirag-Gunashli (ACG) field block.
State Service for Property Issues contributes over 50M manats to budget
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In the first quarter of 2025, the State Service for Property Issues contributed 50.7 million manats to Azerbaijan’s state budget through privatization and lease activities, Azernews reports.
The State Service conducted 11 auctions during this period, where shares of 4 joint-stock companies, 1 small state enterprise, and 223 vehicles were privatized. Additionally, 71 electronic orders were received for state property up for auction, with 12 online connections made through the "Electronic Auction" software.
Receipts from privatization alone amounted to ...
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In the first quarter of 2025, the State Service for Property Issues contributed 50.7 million manats to Azerbaijan’s state budget through privatization and lease activities, Azernews reports.
The State Service conducted 11 auctions during this period, where shares of 4 joint-stock companies, 1 small state enterprise, and 223 vehicles were privatized. Additionally, 71 electronic orders were received for state property up for auction, with 12 online connections made through the "Electronic Auction" software.
Receipts from privatization alone amounted to ...
Turkiye remains key trade partner despite dip in exports
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In January–March 2025, the volume of trade between Azerbaijan and Turkiye totaled 1.4 billion US dollars, Azernews reports, citing the State Customs Committee. This figure represents a decrease of ...
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In January–March 2025, the volume of trade between Azerbaijan and Turkiye totaled 1.4 billion US dollars, Azernews reports, citing the State Customs Committee. This figure represents a decrease of ...
President Ilham Aliyev arrives in China for state visit
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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in the People's Republic of China on April 22 for a state visit.
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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in the People's Republic of China on April 22 for a state visit.
Azerbaijani language – Living heart of national identity
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It is no secret that in today’s globalized world, one of the most essential factors — and perhaps the most important — in ensuring the existence of any nation or people is the presence of a unique language. As our National Leader Heydar Aliyev once said: “Every nation is born through its language.”
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It is no secret that in today’s globalized world, one of the most essential factors — and perhaps the most important — in ensuring the existence of any nation or people is the presence of a unique language. As our National Leader Heydar Aliyev once said: “Every nation is born through its language.”
ICTA and Ookla discuss internet speed transparency in Azerbaijan
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Representatives of the globally recognized company Ookla visited the Information Communication Technologies Agency (ICTA), the regulatory authority for telecommunications and postal services in Azerbaijan.
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Representatives of the globally recognized company Ookla visited the Information Communication Technologies Agency (ICTA), the regulatory authority for telecommunications and postal services in Azerbaijan.
Azerbaijan at World EXPOs: shaping cultural diplomacy and sustainability from Hanover to Osaka
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Over two decades, Azerbaijan's participation in international EXPO exhibitions has evolved into a proud tradition, reflecting the country's transformation - from showcasing its rich cultural heritage to demonstrating sustainable development, innovation, and openness to the world.
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Over two decades, Azerbaijan's participation in international EXPO exhibitions has evolved into a proud tradition, reflecting the country's transformation - from showcasing its rich cultural heritage to demonstrating sustainable development, innovation, and openness to the world.
Plein air event 'Under Open Sky' held in Mardakan
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A plein air event called "Under the Open Sky" has been held at the Arts Council Azerbaijan art residence in Mardakan, Azernews reports. The project leader is artist and art critic Dadash Mammadov.
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A plein air event called "Under the Open Sky" has been held at the Arts Council Azerbaijan art residence in Mardakan, Azernews reports. The project leader is artist and art critic Dadash Mammadov.
Azerbaijan emerges as global front-runner in SDG financing and transparency
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Azerbaijan’s innovative and disciplined approach to sustainable development has earned high praise in the 2025 publication of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA). In a glowing assessment, the report recommends that other member states look to Azerbaijan as a model in aligning national budgets with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—not just in vision, but in practical implementation.
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Azerbaijan’s innovative and disciplined approach to sustainable development has earned high praise in the 2025 publication of the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UNDESA). In a glowing assessment, the report recommends that other member states look to Azerbaijan as a model in aligning national budgets with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—not just in vision, but in practical implementation.
Azerbaijan's agricultural output rises
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During January–March of this year, the total volume of agricultural production in Azerbaijan increased by 1.9% compared to the same period last year, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Agriculture.
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During January–March of this year, the total volume of agricultural production in Azerbaijan increased by 1.9% compared to the same period last year, Azernews reports, citing the Ministry of Agriculture.
Portugal increases imports of Azerbaijani crude oil products
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Portugal has significantly boosted its imports of crude oil and related products from Azerbaijan in the first quarter of 2025, Azernews reports, citing the State Customs Committee.
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Portugal has significantly boosted its imports of crude oil and related products from Azerbaijan in the first quarter of 2025, Azernews reports, citing the State Customs Committee.
CBA announces 2024 progress on Financial Sector Development Strategy
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The implementation status of the “Financial Sector Development Strategy for 2024-2026,” approved by the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA) last year, has been announced for 2024, Azernews reports, citing the CBA.
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The implementation status of the “Financial Sector Development Strategy for 2024-2026,” approved by the Board of Directors of the Central Bank of Azerbaijan (CBA) last year, has been announced for 2024, Azernews reports, citing the CBA.
New destination from AZAL: Direct flights to Shymkent starting in June
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Azerbaijan’s national air carrier, AZAL, is expanding its route network and will launch regular flights from Baku to Shymkent in June.
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Azerbaijan’s national air carrier, AZAL, is expanding its route network and will launch regular flights from Baku to Shymkent in June.
Azerbaijan Culture Days kick off in Kyrgyzstan
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Azerbaijan Culture Days has kicked off in at the Toktokul Satylganov National Philharmonic with a spectacular gala concert, Azernews reports.
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Azerbaijan Culture Days has kicked off in at the Toktokul Satylganov National Philharmonic with a spectacular gala concert, Azernews reports.
Victims of Armenian mine terror testify at Ruben Vardanyan's trial: I lost two sons in one day
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The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, accused under articles of the Criminal Code of Azerbaijan related to crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, as well as terrorism, financing of terrorism, and other serious crimes, continued on April 22.
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The trial of Armenian citizen Ruben Vardanyan, accused under articles of the Criminal Code of Azerbaijan related to crimes against peace and humanity, war crimes, as well as terrorism, financing of terrorism, and other serious crimes, continued on April 22.
UAE plans to use artificial intelligence in development of new legislation
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become the first country in the world to develop new legislation, as well as review and update existing laws with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), Azernews reports.
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has become the first country in the world to develop new legislation, as well as review and update existing laws with the help of artificial intelligence (AI), Azernews reports.
Number of documents in field of energy signed between Azerbaijan, China
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On April 22, within the framework of the state visit of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, to the People's Republic of China, several documents were signed between Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy and Chinese companies.
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On April 22, within the framework of the state visit of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, to the People's Republic of China, several documents were signed between Azerbaijan's Ministry of Energy and Chinese companies.