Around Azerbaijan Gabala: adventure, heritage and wine in Azerbaijan's mountain region In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board
Azerbaijan Peace brings a new confidence in the region, Azerbaijan Tourist Board CEO says Azerbaijan Tourist Board CEO Florian Sengstschmid explains how regional peace, expanding connectivity and cultural diversity are driving new tourism opportunities, positioning Azerbaijan and the wider South Caucasus as an emerging multi-country travel destination. 08/12/2025
Azerbaijan Azerbaijani railway operator heading towards net-zero Baku has set an ambitious national target to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 35% by 2030 and 40% by 2050. 08/12/2025
Culture Series Azerkhalcha highlights the heritage and future of Azerbaijani carpets In partnership with Azpromo Azerkhalcha preserves Azerbaijan’s UNESCO-recognised carpet weaving tradition, empowering rural women and promoting centuries-old craftsmanship through global exhibitions and cultural partnerships. 04/12/2025
Focus WTDC25 in Baku spotlights digital inclusion and global cooperation In partnership with Azpromo The World Telecommunication Development Conference (WTDC25) gathered international policymakers, ministers and digital leaders in Baku to address how nations can build a more secure, inclusive and sustainable digital future. 27/11/2025
Around Azerbaijan Why Lankaran is emerging as Azerbaijan’s richest region for fruit and wild forests In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board Lankaran, a fertile region along Azerbaijan’s southern coast, is gaining attention for its abundant orchards, subtropical climate and untouched forests, a landscape locals proudly call the country’s “fruit basket.” 25/11/2025
Azerbaijan The Developing-8 countries plan media excellence hub Baku hosted the first-ever D-8 Media Forum, part of the ongoing D-8 Week in Azerbaijan. Since joining as a full member in March 2025, Azerbaijan is deepening its cooperation with the Developing-8 Organisation for Economic Cooperation (D-8). 22/11/2025
Business How Azerbaijan’s oil fund is expanding its influence in Europe Azerbaijan’s State Oil Fund is ramping up European infrastructure and renewables investments, taking stakes in London Gatwick airport and Italian solar panel capacities as it seeks to diversify away from oil and hydrocarbon revenues. 14/11/2025
Energy Frontiers BP’s VP on three decades in Azerbaijan and a shift to renewable energy In partnership with Azpromo British Petrolium’s Caspian Region Vice President Bakhtiyar Aslanbayli reflects on more than 30 years in Azerbaijan, highlighting milestones and ongoing projetcs. 13/11/2025
No Comment Video shows Turkish military plane crashing in Georgia near Azerbaijan border A Turkish Air Force C-130 cargo plane carrying 20 people crashed in Georgia near the Azerbaijani border on Tuesday, prompting a joint search and rescue operation with Georgian and Azerbaijani teams. 11/11/2025
Azerbaijan Azerbaijan’s military parade marks new chapter in South Caucasus Azerbaijan celebrated the anniversary of reclaiming control of Karabakh, marking a historic moment for the country and the entire region by closing the tragic chapter of decades of bloody conflict and starting a new chapter of peace. 10/11/2025
Culture news Baku International Arts Festival targets cross-cultural projects The second week of the Baku International Arts Festival features international stars of theatre, music, dance, and opera, along with unique collaborations, premieres, and ethnic projects. 09/11/2025
Energy Frontiers “Hydrogen is certainly progressing” says Council chief In partnership with Azpromo With $110bn committed and 500+ projects advancing, the next big test for hydrogen is demand, as global markets push for real offtake and scalable clean energy investment. 06/11/2025
Culture news Baku ART Weekend celebrates creativity and cultural heritage Baku's ART Weekend invites people to imagine the future through creativity while embracing Azerbaijan’s cultural identity as a bridge between history and tomorrow. 02/11/2025
Azerbaijan Baku waits for UN resolution to join international troops in Gaza Under the peace plan proposed by US President Donald Trump, Washington and its partners aim to form a temporary multinational mission. Multiple countries are in talks to contribute troops. 30/10/2025
Around Azerbaijan Exploring Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan region above and below sea level In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board Discover the natural wonders of Azerbaijan’s Nakhchivan region – from an underground health centre to a lake perched high up in the mountains. 28/10/2025
Spotlight In global talks, Azerbaijan focuses on resilient urban development In partnership with World Urban Forum Azerbaijan’s third National Urban Forum brought global experts together to promote sustainable, climate-resilient cities, in the lead-up to the World Urban Forum 2026. 23/10/2025
Azerbaijan Azerbaijan strengthens ties with Vatican with restorations in Holy See Azerbaijan is strengthening its relations with the Vatican and the Catholic world, supporting the restoration of historic catacombs in the Holy See and in parallel by building a new Catholic church in Azerbaijan. 18/10/2025
Culture Series How Gurban Gurbanov put Azerbaijan football on Europe’s map In partnership with Azpromo Qarabağ FK coach Gurban Gurbanov highlights how belief, stability and hard work fuel Azerbaijan’s growing football reputation, with the club’s Champions League performances reflecting its rising European ambition. 16/10/2025
Focus Turkic nations commit to greater global role In partnership with Azpromo Leaders of the Turkic states meet in Gabala, Azerbaijan, affirming their growing global influence and commit to stronger economic, cultural, and defence cooperation. 15/10/2025
Partner content Baku makes its play as Eurasia’s tech crossroads Partner content presented by PASHA Holding Global tech leaders from Netflix, Pixar and OpenAI joined 5,000 innovators in Baku as INMerge positioned Azerbaijan at the heart of Central Eurasia’s tech scene. 10/10/2025
Business Series KOBIA helps Azerbaijan’s SMEs grow locally and compete globally In partnership with Azpromo KOBIA is accelerating the growth of Azerbaijan’s SMEs fostering innovation and global connections that strengthen competitiveness and power the country’s long-term economic diversification. 09/10/2025
Azerbaijan Putin admits Russian air defences downed Azerbaijan plane killing 38 The Azerbaijan Airlines passenger jet crashed in Aktau on 25 December 2024 while on a flight from Baku to Grozny. 09/10/2025
Around Azerbaijan Slow living and slow food give Azerbaijan’s Ismayilli its unique charm In partnership with Azerbaijan Tourism Board Discover how Azerbaijan’s Ismayilli District is reinventing itself, welcoming new residents and artisans without compromising its authentic rural identity. 07/10/2025
Focus Azerbaijan Investment Forum showcases new business opportunities In partnership with Azpromo Azerbaijan’s first International Investment Forum attracted global investors, emphasising opportunities across energy, tourism, infrastructure, and digital growth. 03/10/2025
Culture Series Baku Grand Prix drew 13,000 fans with new safety and capacity upgrades In partnership with Azpromo Baku’s Formula 1 Grand Prix welcomed 13,000 international visitors, with organisers expanding safety measures and spectator capacity for one of the season’s most distinctive circuits. 02/10/2025
Focus Over 80 countries gathered in Baku for global security talks In partnership with Azpromo Over 80 countries joined the third Baku Security Forum in Azerbaijan, addressing terrorism, cybercrime, disinformation and humanitarian crises in a bid to strengthen cross-border security cooperation. 30/09/2025