Cult
From mugham to jazz, Azerbaijan takes the Montreux stage
In partnership with Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Azerbaijan
From centuries-old mugham to opera, jazz and traditional dance, Azerbaijan takes centre stage as the Septembre Musical Montreux-Vevey festival celebrates its 80th anniversary.
Europe News
Azerbaijan pardons France's Martin Ryan following Usmanov's delisting
Azerbaijan's President Aliyev pardoned French citizen Martin Ryan, jailed for espionage, as part of a deal in which France secured Usmanov's removal from the EU's Russia sanctions list. Ryan is expected to fly to Paris on Wednesday.
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Culture Series
Meet the beekeeper carrying on three generations of family tradition
In partnership with Azpromo
The Honey Festival celebrates Kalbajar’s long beekeeping tradition, bringing local producers together as they promote the region’s honey and explore opportunities to reach new audiences beyond Azerbaijan.
United Arab Emirates
Day two in Dubai: The region makes its case for telling its own story
UAE Economy Minister Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri told the Euronews Forum that "resilience is the insurance of economies," while Azerbaijan's Hajiyev said his country was "winning in the peace" and Georgia's foreign minister flagged sustained disinformation campaigns.
United Arab Emirates
Azerbaijan insists it will preserve Christian heritage as part of its history
In a Euronews Forum panel in Dubai, Azerbaijan presidential aide Hikmet Hajiyev said peace with Armenia is “an uphill struggle,” but Azerbaijan is committed to preserving the Christian heritage on its territory as it is part of its history.
Azerbaijan
Two years after COP29, Azerbaijan turns pledges into investment
The country has committed €540 million to climate-resilient irrigation and launched an AI-based farmer-scoring system, developed with the FAO, to channel subsidies to smallholders who adopt water-saving and soil-regenerating techniques.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan offers F1 fans visas on arrival for Baku Grand Prix
Baku has implemented a simplified visa entry procedure for international visitors planning to attend the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. From 25 August to 30 September, eligible travellers can obtain a visa on arrival at the country’s international airports.
Focus
International Mine Action Conference focuses on safe resettlement
In partnership with Azpromo
The 4th International Mine Action Conference examined the challenges of clearing contaminated land and supporting safe resettlement, with discussions focusing on demining, reconstruction, international cooperation and shared expertise.
Next Series
Meet the startup bringing the classroom into a virtual world
In partnership with Azpromo
Metatesk is bringing immersive technology into the classroom, using virtual environments and AI to make learning more interactive. Its founder and students explain how technology can help young people understand complex ideas in a more engaging way.
Business Series
Public-private partnerships open new investment opportunities
In partnership with Azpromo
Public-private partnerships are opening new opportunities for investment and development, from renewable energy and digital infrastructure to water and desalination. The episode looks at how cooperation between government and business could shape Azerbaijan’s next phase of growth.
Business Series
How the Middle Corridor is reshaping global trade
In partnership with Azpromo
The Middle Corridor is expanding from a regional route into an intercontinental trade link between Asia and Europe. With Azerbaijan at its centre, growing cargo volumes, digital logistics and expanding port capacity are reshaping the route's future.
Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan's biggest bank enters Uzbek market with Davr Bank acquisition
Azerbaijan's largest financial institution, the International Bank of Azerbaijan, is expanding its corporate banking operations by acquiring a 51% controlling stake in Uzbekistan's Davr Bank in a deal valued at $150 million (€128.5m).
Uzbekistan
Uzbekistan and Azerbaijan deepen trade and Trans-Caspian ties
Presidents Shavkat Mirziyoyev and Ilham Aliyev signed a Treaty on Eternal Friendship in Tashkent and launched new projects in banking, energy, tourism and mining. The two countries will also co-host the FIFA U-20 World Cup in 2027.
