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Azerbaijan

Five sailors killed as cargo ships struck in Sea of Azov

The cargo vessels Natra and Zirkon — both bearing hallmarks of Russia's shadow fleet and heading to load grain at a port linked to looted Ukrainian supplies — were struck overnight near Taganrog.

Azerbaijan

There is no energy transition — only addition, experts say at Baku Energy Week

Grid infrastructure emerged as the forum's defining bottleneck on the last day of Baku Energy Week, as the IGU's chief of staff said that global consumption of oil, gas, coal and renewables is rising simultaneously, directly challenging the conventional narrative.

Business

Energy transport corridors to Europe boosted by new digital systems

AI and new digital technologies are key to the urgently needed alternative energy trade routes through the Southern Gas Corridor and the Middle Corridor systems connecting the Caspian and Europe.

Business

SOCAR, TotalEnergies and ADNOC lock in Caspian gas supply deal

Azerbaijan's SOCAR signed a long-term deal with TotalEnergies, ADNOC's investment arm XRG and Turkey's BOTAŞ to export gas from the Absheron offshore field from 2029, bolstering the Southern Gas Corridor that Europe has increasingly relied on in recent years.

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Azerbaijan

Southern energy corridors set to dominate Europe supplies, leaders say

The rapid reshape of global energy supply routes and markets is a key focus at the Baku Energy Week 2026.

Business

AI and energy security drive investment focus at Baku Energy Week 2026

Baku Energy Week 2026 showcased how AI, digitalisation and regional gas diplomacy are reshaping the global energy sector, as companies and officials increasingly focus on competitiveness, energy security and cleaner technologies.

Business

African cities sound alarm on climate and housing at Baku urban forum

From flooding in Addis Ababa to housing deficits in Luanda, African officials at the World Urban Forum in Baku say climate change and rapid urbanisation are outpacing their ability to respond — and the money to fix it is not there.

Business

Housing and climate resilience dominate Latin American agenda at WUF13

Latin American leaders at World Urban Forum 13 called for new housing finance models, stronger private investment and climate-resilient urban development.

Business

MENA leaders push for reimagined housing policy at Baku urban forum

Saudi Arabia, Palestine and Morocco took to the stage at WUF13 in Baku to argue that housing policy must go beyond construction — linking shelter to jobs, climate resilience and human dignity.

Azerbaijan

Migration must be built into urban planning, experts say at WUF13

Governments must treat migration as a permanent feature of urban planning, not an emergency, the IOM deputy director general told Euronews at the World Urban Forum in Baku.

Azerbaijan

Stop the global housing crisis: World Urban Forum, why it matters?

More than 40,000 participants are set to gather in Baku for the UN's World Urban Forum as UN-Habitat warns that 3 billion people lack adequate housing and slum populations could triple by 2050.

Earth News

The Caspian Sea is shrinking, and ecosystems are paying the price

Scientists warn that climate change and habitat degradation are accelerating water loss in the Caspian Sea.

Culture news

Sphere vision: The world's most futuristic venue set for Abu Dhabi

A large, shiny orb, prominent on Abu Dhabi’s desert skyline, is soon to become its next defining feature. Following the success of the original Sphere in Las Vegas, Abu Dhabi has revealed plans to build a similar entity, which will be the first of its kind in a venue outside of the United States.

World News

SOCAR finalises Italiana Petroli takeover after EU approval

SOCAR has completed its acquisition of Italiana Petroli after securing all regulatory approvals, marking a major expansion of its downstream presence in Italy and strengthening its position in Europe’s energy market.

Culture news

Rare Caucasian horse breed gains renewed attention in Germany

Rare Karabakh horses, prized for their golden coats and stamina, are preserved through joint Azerbaijani and German conservation efforts, safeguarding a centuries-old equestrian heritage.

Azerbaijan

Kallas visits Baku to advance 'strategic partnership' with Azerbaijan

The EU's High Representative Kaja Kallas met Azerbaijan’s leadership in Baku for talks to advance what she called “our strategic interest” in connectivity between the EU, the South Caucasus and Central Asia, and to contribute to the regional peace process.

Azerbaijan

Italy’s PM Meloni visits Baku to reinforce key energy links

During her visit to Baku, the Italian premier said she wanted Azerbaijan to strengthen its role as an energy hub between Europe and Asia, with Italy serving as "the privileged gateway to the European market."

Business

Caspian-Central Asia corridor strained as trade routes shift

The Caspian-Central Asia corridor is facing growing strain as rising trade volumes outpace existing pipelines, rail and port capacity, while the Middle Corridor gains relevance as an alternative route between Asia and Europe.

Business

Caspian and Central Asian oil markets recalibrate amid trade shifts

The oil sector in the South Caucasus and Central Asia is shifting towards more flexible trading strategies as volatile markets and Asia-led demand reshape global energy flows.

Culture news

War stories of displaced Ukrainian Refugees feature in Lithuanian exhibition in Baku

A photography exhibition in Baku “Not All of Them. Portraits of Refugees”, highlights experiences of Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania through black-and-white portraits as a cultural diplomacy initiative, bringing together Lithuania, Ukraine and Azerbaijan.

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