Azerbaijan

Country Azerbaijan
Capital Baku
Continent Asia
Currency Manat(AZN)
Languages Azerbaijani

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Introduction

Azerbaijan - a nation with a majority-Turkic and majority-Muslim population - was briefly independent from 1918 to 1920; it regained its independence after the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991. Despite a 1994 cease-fire, Azerbaijan has yet to resolve its conflict with Armenia over Nagorno-Karabakh, a primarily Armenian-populated region, assigned to Soviet Azerbaijan in the 1920s by Moscow. Armenia and Azerbaijan began fighting over the area in 1988; the struggle escalated after both countries attained independence from the Soviet Union in 1991. By May 1994, when a cease-fire took hold, ethnic Armenian forces held not only Nagorno-Karabakh but also seven surrounding provinces in the territory of Azerbaijan. Corruption in the country is ubiquitous, and the government, which eliminated presidential term limits in a 2009 referendum, has been accused of authoritarianism. Although the poverty rate has been reduced in recent years due to revenue from oil production, the promise of widespread wealth resulting from the continued development of Azerbaijan's energy sector remains largely unfulfilled.

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Azerbaijan - Wikipedia
Azerbaijan - CIA World Fact Book
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Netanyahu's expected visit to Baku sends shockwaves through Tehran - opinion - The Jerusalem PostNetanyahu's expected visit to Baku sends shockwaves through Tehran - opinion  The Jerusalem Post

Azerbaijan Airlines launching New Flights from Baku to Ahmedabad - Aviation A2ZAzerbaijan Airlines launching New Flights from Baku to Ahmedabad  Aviation A2Z

Azerbaijan offers fully funded scholarships for international students, including Pakistanis - The Express TribuneAzerbaijan offers fully funded scholarships for international students, including Pakistanis  The Express Tribune

GT Podcast with Mulan: China, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership; US abuse of tariffs drags down world growth forecast - Global TimesGT Podcast with Mulan: China, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership; US abuse of tariffs drags down world growth forecast  Global Times

ETGE condemns Azerbaijan-China alliance, calls it a betrayal of Turkic values, Uyghur genocide complicity - The TribuneETGE condemns Azerbaijan-China alliance, calls it a betrayal of Turkic values, Uyghur genocide complicity  The Tribune

China, Azerbaijan elevate partnership - China DailyChina, Azerbaijan elevate partnership  China Daily

Pezeshkian hails Iran-Azerbaijan ties ahead of fence-mending visit to Baku - PressTVPezeshkian hails Iran-Azerbaijan ties ahead of fence-mending visit to Baku  PressTV

Türkiye’s regional strength and Iran’s diminishing hand | Daily Sabah - Daily SabahTürkiye’s regional strength and Iran’s diminishing hand | Daily Sabah  Daily Sabah

Iran’s Pezeshkian to visit Azerbaijan next week as ties appear to thaw - The Times of IsraelIran’s Pezeshkian to visit Azerbaijan next week as ties appear to thaw  The Times of Israel

Azerbaijan Airlines to launch Ahmedabad–Baku direct flight service from July - DeshGujaratAzerbaijan Airlines to launch Ahmedabad–Baku direct flight service from July  DeshGujarat

Indian Anti-Terrorism Squad officers to extradite notorious gangster from Azerbaijan - Aze.MediaIndian Anti-Terrorism Squad officers to extradite notorious gangster from Azerbaijan  Aze.Media

Gujarat Travelers Set to Explore the Caucasus with Azerbaijan Airlines New Baku–Ahmedabad Route Launching July 2025: You Need to Know - Travel And Tour WorldGujarat Travelers Set to Explore the Caucasus with Azerbaijan Airlines New Baku–Ahmedabad Route Launching July 2025: You Need to Know  Travel And Tour World

China, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership - Global TimesChina, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership  Global Times

Trautmann: "The goals for women’s judo in Azerbaijan have changed" - European Judo UnionTrautmann: "The goals for women’s judo in Azerbaijan have changed"  European Judo Union

Azerbaijan and China Sign Mutual Visa-Free Travel Agreement - Caspian NewsAzerbaijan and China Sign Mutual Visa-Free Travel Agreement  Caspian News

Azerbaijan's President calls China a leader of Global South - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan's President calls China a leader of Global South  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Netanyahu to visit Azerbaijan in May, will discuss Syria, Abraham Accords with its leader - The Times of IsraelNetanyahu to visit Azerbaijan in May, will discuss Syria, Abraham Accords with its leader  The Times of Israel

8,400-year-old Mesolithic figurine discovered in Azerbaijan - Archaeology News Online Magazine8,400-year-old Mesolithic figurine discovered in Azerbaijan  Archaeology News Online Magazine

Wiwi Jury: Azerbaijan’s Mamagama with “Run With U” - WiwibloggsWiwi Jury: Azerbaijan’s Mamagama with “Run With U”  Wiwibloggs

Azerbaijan’s ascent in space: Strategic cooperation and regional leadership - AzerNewsAzerbaijan’s ascent in space: Strategic cooperation and regional leadership  AzerNews

Azerbaijan’s president eyes China as key strategic partner - bne IntelliNewsAzerbaijan’s president eyes China as key strategic partner  bne IntelliNews

China, Azerbaijan sign agreement on mutual visa exemption - Global TimesChina, Azerbaijan sign agreement on mutual visa exemption  Global Times

Why landmines still haunt Algeria and Azerbaijan: A legacy of colonialism, conflict - Aze.MediaWhy landmines still haunt Algeria and Azerbaijan: A legacy of colonialism, conflict  Aze.Media

Among Azerbaijan’s foreign policy priorities, China has a special place: President Aliyev’s interview with CGTN - Latest news from AzerbaijanAmong Azerbaijan’s foreign policy priorities, China has a special place: President Aliyev’s interview with CGTN  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan Backs Irpin Reconstruction as Part of Ongoing Support for Ukraine - Caspian NewsAzerbaijan Backs Irpin Reconstruction as Part of Ongoing Support for Ukraine  Caspian News

Azerbaijan and Switzerland hold political consultations in Bern - AzerNewsAzerbaijan and Switzerland hold political consultations in Bern  AzerNews

China, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership, as two countries open a new chapter of all-round cooperation - Global TimesChina, Azerbaijan establish comprehensive strategic partnership, as two countries open a new chapter of all-round cooperation  Global Times

Azerbaijan, Pakistan discuss current and future strategic ties - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, Pakistan discuss current and future strategic ties  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Xi Jinping Holds Talks with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev - fmprc.gov.cnXi Jinping Holds Talks with President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev  fmprc.gov.cn

Azerbaijan and China to Jointly Develop Offshore Wind Project in Caspian Sea - OffshoreWIND.bizAzerbaijan and China to Jointly Develop Offshore Wind Project in Caspian Sea  OffshoreWIND.biz

UK-Azerbaijan trade reaches $323.3 million - AzerNewsUK-Azerbaijan trade reaches $323.3 million  AzerNews

Presidents of Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan hold phone talks - Azerbaycan24Presidents of Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan hold phone talks  Azerbaycan24

Dubai hosts live solo exhibition by Azerbaijan’s 1st AI artist "Shusha" - AzerNewsDubai hosts live solo exhibition by Azerbaijan’s 1st AI artist "Shusha"  AzerNews

Amid regional tensions, Netanyahu expected to visit Azerbaijan - www.israelhayom.comAmid regional tensions, Netanyahu expected to visit Azerbaijan  www.israelhayom.com

Azerbaijan in the Abraham Accords? Baku's deepening Israel ties - The New ArabAzerbaijan in the Abraham Accords? Baku's deepening Israel ties  The New Arab

Russian and Syrian intelligence officials meet in Azerbaijan - Libyan ExpressRussian and Syrian intelligence officials meet in Azerbaijan  Libyan Express

Azerbaijan to procure hemodialysis supplies under National Kidney Disease Program - AzerNewsAzerbaijan to procure hemodialysis supplies under National Kidney Disease Program  AzerNews

Boosting strategic ties: Azerbaijan-China co-operation for regional connectivity and sustainable development - EU ReporterBoosting strategic ties: Azerbaijan-China co-operation for regional connectivity and sustainable development  EU Reporter

Iran-Azerbaijan cooperation could boost economic and regional potential, says Iranian official - AzerNewsIran-Azerbaijan cooperation could boost economic and regional potential, says Iranian official  AzerNews

President: Azerbaijan, China support each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity - Azerbaycan24President: Azerbaijan, China support each other’s sovereignty and territorial integrity  Azerbaycan24

Turkish president expected to visit Azerbaijan next month - Latest news from AzerbaijanTurkish president expected to visit Azerbaijan next month  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan’s property insurance market grows slightly in Q1 2025 - AzerNewsAzerbaijan’s property insurance market grows slightly in Q1 2025  AzerNews

Azerbaijan’s president says time to dissolve OSCE Minsk Group has ‘long come’ - Anadolu AjansiAzerbaijan’s president says time to dissolve OSCE Minsk Group has ‘long come’  Anadolu Ajansi

Ishaq Dar discusses regional developments with Azerbaijan, Egypt FMs - ARY NewsIshaq Dar discusses regional developments with Azerbaijan, Egypt FMs  ARY News

Non-life insurance premiums in Azerbaijan reach nearly 130 million manats - AzerNewsNon-life insurance premiums in Azerbaijan reach nearly 130 million manats  AzerNews

Netanyahu to visit Azerbaijan - www.israelhayom.comNetanyahu to visit Azerbaijan  www.israelhayom.com

Weekly review of key events in Azerbaijan's financial market - Trend News AgencyWeekly review of key events in Azerbaijan's financial market  Trend News Agency

A historic convergence: The strategic significance of the Azerbaijan-China comprehensive partnership - Aze.MediaA historic convergence: The strategic significance of the Azerbaijan-China comprehensive partnership  Aze.Media

Azerbaijan taps China to help it build huge offshore wind farm - Recharge NewsAzerbaijan taps China to help it build huge offshore wind farm  Recharge News

Azerbaijan, Pakistan ramp up talks on deepening strategic alliance - Trend News AgencyAzerbaijan, Pakistan ramp up talks on deepening strategic alliance  Trend News Agency

Azerbaijan’s logistics corridors key to boosting Asia trade, expert says - AzerNewsAzerbaijan’s logistics corridors key to boosting Asia trade, expert says  AzerNews

Azerbaijan inks three solar agreements with Chinese companies - pv magazine InternationalAzerbaijan inks three solar agreements with Chinese companies  pv magazine International

Azerbaijan Investment Holding reviews 2024 results, adds new companies - AzerNewsAzerbaijan Investment Holding reviews 2024 results, adds new companies  AzerNews

What the Pope Told Me About Politics - The New York TimesWhat the Pope Told Me About Politics  The New York Times

Representatives of the Ministries of Defense of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan met in Baku - Aze.MediaRepresentatives of the Ministries of Defense of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan met in Baku  Aze.Media

DPM Dar briefs FM Azerbaijan over IIOJK; rejects India’s baseless allegations - Associated Press of PakistanDPM Dar briefs FM Azerbaijan over IIOJK; rejects India’s baseless allegations  Associated Press of Pakistan

Mitti to international medals—How Azerbaijan’s Giorgi Meshvildishvili made his name in Indian dangals - SportstarMitti to international medals—How Azerbaijan’s Giorgi Meshvildishvili made his name in Indian dangals  Sportstar

Azerbaijan discloses number of mines found in Jabrayil district - Trend News AgencyAzerbaijan discloses number of mines found in Jabrayil district  Trend News Agency

Netanyahu to visit Iran's neighbor Azerbaijan in May - YnetnewsNetanyahu to visit Iran's neighbor Azerbaijan in May  Ynetnews

EU calls Azerbaijan ‘important partner’ in the region - Latest news from AzerbaijanEU calls Azerbaijan ‘important partner’ in the region  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Netanyahu eyeing potential visit to Azerbaijan, 'Post' learns - The Jerusalem PostNetanyahu eyeing potential visit to Azerbaijan, 'Post' learns  The Jerusalem Post

Azerbaijan and EU: fresh impetus for strategic cooperation - Trend News AgencyAzerbaijan and EU: fresh impetus for strategic cooperation  Trend News Agency

Press statement of European Commissioner for Energy and Housing and Minister of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan - EnergyPress statement of European Commissioner for Energy and Housing and Minister of Energy of the Republic of Azerbaijan  Energy

Travel Trends: Why Indian Tourists Are Flocking to Azerbaijan - SMEStreetTravel Trends: Why Indian Tourists Are Flocking to Azerbaijan  SMEStreet

Azerbaijani border guards foil armed drug smuggling attempt from Iran following deadly shootout - Euronews.comAzerbaijani border guards foil armed drug smuggling attempt from Iran following deadly shootout  Euronews.com

Chair of Azerbaijan's Supreme Court and Chinese Chief Justice Discuss Legal Cooperation - AzerNewsChair of Azerbaijan's Supreme Court and Chinese Chief Justice Discuss Legal Cooperation  AzerNews

Syria seeks Azerbaijan's help to develop oil and gas fields - Middle East EyeSyria seeks Azerbaijan's help to develop oil and gas fields  Middle East Eye

Azerbaijan's first AI artist, "Shusha," debuts in Dubai - Az?rtacAzerbaijan's first AI artist, "Shusha," debuts in Dubai  Az?rtac

Billionaire on trial in Azerbaijan who risks being left behind peace deal - BBCBillionaire on trial in Azerbaijan who risks being left behind peace deal  BBC

Azerbaijan, Switzerland hold political consultations - Azerbaycan24Azerbaijan, Switzerland hold political consultations  Azerbaycan24

China's President Xi says tariffs and trade wars hurt world economic order - ReutersChina's President Xi says tariffs and trade wars hurt world economic order  Reuters

Azerbaijan, China explore prospects for judicial cooperation - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, China explore prospects for judicial cooperation  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Russia to begin gas supplies to Iran via Azerbaijan, boosting energy ties - PressTVRussia to begin gas supplies to Iran via Azerbaijan, boosting energy ties  PressTV

Azerbaijan partners with China on Caspian offshore wind project - Splash247Azerbaijan partners with China on Caspian offshore wind project  Splash247

Azerbaijan And Kazakhstan Plan Joint Naval Maneuvers In Caspian Near Russian Border – Analysis - Eurasia ReviewAzerbaijan And Kazakhstan Plan Joint Naval Maneuvers In Caspian Near Russian Border – Analysis  Eurasia Review

Azerbaijan participates in Festival and Turkic World Culture Forum in Uzbekistan - Az?rtacAzerbaijan participates in Festival and Turkic World Culture Forum in Uzbekistan  Az?rtac

Azerbaijan Airlines crash: Russian President Vladimir Putin apologises to Azerbaijani leader for ‘tragic incident’ - The HinduAzerbaijan Airlines crash: Russian President Vladimir Putin apologises to Azerbaijani leader for ‘tragic incident’  The Hindu

Easy E-Visa, 5-Hour Flight: Why Azerbaijan Is A Hit With Indian Travellers - NDTVEasy E-Visa, 5-Hour Flight: Why Azerbaijan Is A Hit With Indian Travellers  NDTV

President Pezeshkian’s trip to Azerbaijan will reinforce mutual trust, regional cooperation, and neighborliness - IRNA EnglishPresident Pezeshkian’s trip to Azerbaijan will reinforce mutual trust, regional cooperation, and neighborliness  IRNA English

Azerbaijan and UAE discuss boosting economic cooperation - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan and UAE discuss boosting economic cooperation  Latest news from Azerbaijan

Netanyahu expected in Baku as Azerbaijan eyes Abraham Accords inclusion - The Jerusalem PostNetanyahu expected in Baku as Azerbaijan eyes Abraham Accords inclusion  The Jerusalem Post

Azerbaijan and China sign major renewable energy deals - bne IntelliNewsAzerbaijan and China sign major renewable energy deals  bne IntelliNews

Azerbaijan seeks OSCE support for mine clearance in liberated areas - AzerNewsAzerbaijan seeks OSCE support for mine clearance in liberated areas  AzerNews

Iran enlisted drug trafficker in failed plot to kill Azerbaijan rabbi — report - The Times of IsraelIran enlisted drug trafficker in failed plot to kill Azerbaijan rabbi — report  The Times of Israel

Commissioner Jørgensen in Azerbaijan to reinforce energy cooperation - EnergyCommissioner Jørgensen in Azerbaijan to reinforce energy cooperation  Energy

Azerbaijan-Greece trade volume doubles in Q1 2025 - AzerNewsAzerbaijan-Greece trade volume doubles in Q1 2025  AzerNews

Students from Azerbaijan once again lead among Swedish Institute scholarship recipients - Az?rtacStudents from Azerbaijan once again lead among Swedish Institute scholarship recipients  Az?rtac

Aidar Kurmashev: It is essential to enhance expert cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan INTERVIEW - Az?rtacAidar Kurmashev: It is essential to enhance expert cooperation between Azerbaijan and Kazakhstan INTERVIEW  Az?rtac

Azerbaijan Ombudsman’s office holds event on equality and anti-discrimination [PHOTOS] - AzerNewsAzerbaijan Ombudsman’s office holds event on equality and anti-discrimination [PHOTOS]  AzerNews

Azerbaijani parliament speaker attends funeral ceremony for Pope Francis (PHOTO) - Trend News AgencyAzerbaijani parliament speaker attends funeral ceremony for Pope Francis (PHOTO)  Trend News Agency

The complexity of the peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan - New Eastern EuropeThe complexity of the peace deal between Armenia and Azerbaijan  New Eastern Europe

Azerbaijani delegation meets local community in Georgia’s Qabal village - AzerNewsAzerbaijani delegation meets local community in Georgia’s Qabal village  AzerNews

UFC HOSTS FIRST-EVER EVENT IN AZERBAIJAN ON JUNE 21 WITH LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT BETWEEN JAMAHAL HILL AND KHALIL ROUNTREE JR. - UFC.comUFC HOSTS FIRST-EVER EVENT IN AZERBAIJAN ON JUNE 21 WITH LIGHT HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT BETWEEN JAMAHAL HILL AND KHALIL ROUNTREE JR.  UFC.com

Azerbaijan, EU discuss cooperation prospects, regional security - Latest news from AzerbaijanAzerbaijan, EU discuss cooperation prospects, regional security  Latest news from Azerbaijan

There are a lot of opportunities for Azerbaijan to work under SCO umbrella - President Ilham Aliyev - Trend News AgencyThere are a lot of opportunities for Azerbaijan to work under SCO umbrella - President Ilham Aliyev  Trend News Agency

Kaja Kallas: EU-Azerbaijan ties advancing on a two-way path - AzerNewsKaja Kallas: EU-Azerbaijan ties advancing on a two-way path  AzerNews

Azerbaijan, Russia strengthen agricultural ties in online ministerial meeting - AzerNewsAzerbaijan, Russia strengthen agricultural ties in online ministerial meeting  AzerNews

In the Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal, Russia May Try to Play Spoiler - Carnegie Endowment for International PeaceIn the Armenia-Azerbaijan Peace Deal, Russia May Try to Play Spoiler  Carnegie Endowment for International Peace

China, Azerbaijan eye broad prospects for cooperation - news.cgtn.comChina, Azerbaijan eye broad prospects for cooperation  news.cgtn.com

Azerbaijan's Khankendi hosts international COP simulation conference (PHOTO) - Trend News AgencyAzerbaijan's Khankendi hosts international COP simulation conference (PHOTO)  Trend News Agency