Azerbaijan
US Energy Department offers fresh figures on Caspian Basin energy reserves & production
A comprehensive overview of the regional energy sector.
Baku moves to close Russian cultural centre as diplomatic tensions rise
Azerbaijan’s increasingly assertive stance on Russian matters marks a shift from its previous balancing act between Moscow and the West.
Azerbaijan releases Russian 'golden judge' despite Moscow’s extradition request
Azerbaijan typically complies with such extradition requests, but relations with Russia have deteriorated recently.
COMMENT: Turkey, Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan create new Eurasian economic hub
A growing partnership between Azerbaijan, Turkey and Uzbekistan marks an important shift in regional economic diplomacy.
Azerbaijan claims possession of Russian missile fragment extracted from doomed AZAL Flight 8243
Cautiously worded Kazakh government report on tragedy, meanwhile, stops short of identifying “foreign metal objects”.
Azerbaijan launches border security operation amid rising tensions with Russia
The timing of Azerbaijan's large-scale Border Shield operation raises geopolitical questions.
COMMENT: Trump’s return holds both peril and promise for the South Caucasus
Struggling democracy Armenia left isolated and vulnerable, while for the leaders of Azerbaijan and Georgia, Trump’s victory indicates a welcome relief from the usual US emphasis on democracy and human rights.
COMMENT: Ukraine eyes key role in Azerbaijani gas transit to Europe
Kyiv wants to become a transit hub for Azerbaijani gas after ending Russian gas transport, but plan faces political, logistical and economic hurdles.
Families of Karabakh Armenian leaders condemn sham trials in Azerbaijan
Trials of Russian-Armenian billionaire Ruben Vardanyan and fellow former Karabakh leaders draw little Western attention despite Azerbaijan’s poor human rights record.
China enhances position as Central Asia’s economic overlord
Trade balance heavily favours Beijing.
Azerbaijan's President Aliyev demands land corridor through Armenia as tensions rise
Ilham Aliyev's repeated demand for Armenia to open a land corridor to its Nakhchivan exclave fuels fears of renewed military conflict.
CAUCASUS BLOG: Is it the end of the honeymoon between Azerbaijan and Russia?
Tensions have risen following diplomatic exchanges over critical media reports and an unresolved investigation into a deadly air crash involving an Azerbaijani passenger plane.
Saving the Caspian Sea for Central Asia and Kazakhstan
The Caspian Sea has long been a cornerstone of life for Central Asia, especially for Kazakhstan, where it plays a critical role in supporting local economies, biodiversity and communities.
Fatal road accident triggers widespread protests in Azerbaijan
Crash involving a police car became a flashpoint for public frustration over systemic issues including government negligence, police impunity and corruption.
NEO: Why pick-up points for online orders are gaining popularity vs. home delivery
The share of European consumers preferring home delivery for online orders dropped from 73% to 64% over the past year, according to a Last Mile Experts study.
Gas exports to Europe to boost Azerbaijan's growth over next decade
Fitch Solutions projects Azerbaijan’s economy will grow by 2.9% annually until 2023, up from an average of 1.7% during 2012-2022.
OUTLOOK: Caucasus 2025
What is in store for the Caucasus countries in 2025? bne IntelliNews’ annual OUTLOOK: Caucasus 2025.
Azerbaijan’s Aliyev sees potential alignment with Trump, criticises Biden administration
Azerbaijan’s president accused outgoing US President Joe Biden of favouring Armenia, and expressed hope for a renewed strategic dialogue after US president-elect Donald Trump returns to office.
Former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan faces life in prison
Vardanyan's son and lawyer tell bne IntelliNews he is being used as a "bargaining chip" by Azerbaijan after new charges are filed.