Azerbaijan

BBC suspends its service in Azerbaijan

British Broadcasting corporation, BBC has suspended its local language news service in Azerbaijan.

Azerbaijan approves Caspian Green Energy Corridor to Europe

Azerbaijan's President Ilham Aliyev has approved an agreement between Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan on strategic partnership in the development and transmission of green energy.

Azerbaijan's oil fund invests €34.5 million in Italian railway operator

The State Oil Fund of Azerbaijan (SOFAZ) has invested €34.5 million in Italy’s leading high-speed railway operator, Italo – Nuovo Trasporto Viaggiatori S.p.A. (Italo) by entering into agreement with the Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), affiliated with US-based BlackRock.

Azerbaijan's Embassy in Syria reopens in Damascus

The Azerbaijani Embassy in Syria has restarted its operations after 13-year break.

Azerbaijan takes Armenia to court over habitat damage

Azerbaijan has filed a case against Armenia at the Permanent Court of Arbitration in The Hague, accusing it of severe environmental damage during its occupation of Azerbaijani territories—a move marking the first inter-state arbitration under the Bern Convention.

Ukrainian lawmakers criticise Vardanyan during trial

The trial of Ruben Vardanyan in Azerbaijan is drawing international attention, as he faces serious charges of war crimes and terrorism, while Ukrainian lawmakers intensify their criticism over his alleged ties to the Kremlin.

President Ilham Aliyev discusses Azerbaijan’s global strategy in Davos interview

On January 20, President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sat down for an exclusive interview with China’s CGTN (China Global Television Network) during the World Economic Forum in Davos.

Kremlin is set to hold talks with Baku regarding the closure of the Russian House

The Kremlin considers the termination of the Russian House in Baku as “a misunderstanding” and does not rule out raising this issue even at talks of Russian and Azerbaijani leaders

Baku's Russian House accused of being an 'espionage hub'

Azerbaijan has halted activities of “Russian House” in Baku according to local media reports on Thursday, following accusations of espionage. This is being described as an escalation of tensions between the two countries.

BP expands investment plans in Azerbaijan’s energy sector

Azerbaijan donates power producing equipment to Ukraine

Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev has signed a decree today instructing a delivery of power producing equipment to Ukraine, “in response to the current situation” in the country.

Pashinyan calls for renewed Azerbaijan-Armenia dialogue

Armenian prime minister Nikol Pashinyan has called for a fresh start in relations with Azerbaijan, highlighting progress in peace talks and mutual recognition of territorial integrity.

Green energy to be supplied from South Caucasus to Europe

Azerbaijan, Georgia, Romania, and Hungary will build a direct high-voltage submarine cable connecting the South Caucasus region with the European Union, with a purpose to strengthen national and regional energy security.

Azerbaijan's Key Investment Areas in Pakistan's Economy Revealed

Azerbaijan is set to invest $2 billion in Pakistan's economy, with key investments focusing on oil and gas exploration, renewable energy development, and energy efficiency. The agreements will be signed during the upcoming visit of Pakistan's Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif to Baku.

EBRD approved five-year strategy for Azerbaijan

The Board of Directors of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a new country strategy for Azerbaijan to build a diversified, inclusive and sustainable economy.

AnewZ Exclusive: SOCAR expands global energy portfolio with "Tamar" project

Uzbekistan, Azerbaijan look to simplify border crossing procedures

Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan take a look at simplifying border crossing procedures for residents to boost travel and tourism between two countries.

Azerbaijan ready to enhance cooperation for sustainable development targets

Azerbaijan is ready to enhance cooperation with international partners to implement upcoming development targets, Deputy Foreign Minister Yalchin Rafiyev stated at the “High-Level Strategic Prioritization” event within the UN-Azerbaijan Cooperation Framework on Sustainable Development (2026-2030).

EU extends monitors' mission in Armenia for next two years

European Union member states has extended EU monitoring mission along Armenia’s international border with Azerbaijan for next two years despite official Baku’s demand for its immediate withdrawal.

Azerbaijan and Türkiye discuss strengthening economic cooperation and trade during ministerial meetings

Azerbaijan’s Minister of Economy Mikayil Jabbarov visited Türkiye to discuss boosting economic cooperation, trade, and investment opportunities with Turkish officials.

President Aliyev congratulates Xi Jinping on Chinese New Year and strengthens Azerbaijan-China ties

President Ilham Aliyev congratulated Chinese President Xi Jinping on Chinese New Year, emphasising the growth of Azerbaijan-China relations and wishing prosperity and success for the Chinese people.

World Bank approves new partnership framework to support Azerbaijan's economic transformation

The World Bank Group has approved a new Country Partnership Framework for Azerbaijan, outlining strategic priorities to support the country's transition to a more competitive and sustainable economy, focusing on productivity, job creation, and climate resilience.