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“We must impose obligations on banks through legislation”

CURRENT EVENTS, HEADLINE, POLITICS
Gudrat Hasanguliyev: “Citizens should be informed” “Regarding the additions and amendments made to the Tax Code, I would like to note that, of course, increasing transparency is extremely important. Currently, our state has a great need for financial resources. In such circumstances, I do not think it is right to exempt any company or group […]
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Azerbaijani and UAE servicemen conduct preparatory exercises for the joint “Peace Shield – 2026” training – VIDEO

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Preparatory exercises for the joint operational-tactical training “Peace Shield – 2026”, which will be held in Abu Dhabi with the participation of servicemen of the Azerbaijani Army and the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates, continue. Elchi.az reports with reference to the Azerbaijani Ministry of Defense that safety rules were first communicated to the […]
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Mirzoyan and Marta Kos Discussed the Peace Process with Azerbaijan

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Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan met with European Union (EU) Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos during his working visit to Brussels. Teleqraf reports that the information was released by the Armenian Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It was reported that the parties discussed the implementation of the Armenia-EU strategic partnership agenda adopted in December 2025. At […]
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Erdoğan Discusses Military Tension in the Region with Pezeshkian

CURRENT EVENTS, WORLD
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke on the phone with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian. Elchi.az reports that during the phone conversation, bilateral relations between Turkey and Iran, as well as the increasing military tension in the region, were discussed. It should be noted that Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi visited Istanbul today. The Iranian minister […]
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Registration period for partner events to be held at WUF13 has been extended

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Taking into account the high interest in partner events to be held within the Thirteenth session of the World Urban Forum (WUF13), which will be held in Baku on May 17–22, 2026, the registration period has been extended. Elchi.az reports that the deadline for accepting applications has been set as February 3, 2026. WUF13, an […]
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Khagani Shirvani’s 900th anniversary to be celebrated – DECREE

CULTURE, CURRENT EVENTS
President Ilham Aliyev has signed a Decree on celebrating the 900th anniversary of the Great Azerbaijani poet Khagani Shirvani. Elchi.az reports that the Decree states: “In 2026, the 900th anniversary of the great Azerbaijani poet Afzaladdin Khagani Shirvani will be marked. Khagani Shirvani is one of the giant figures that the golden age of Azerbaijani […]
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Penalties for deliberate destruction of historical and cultural monuments have been tightened

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Penalties for deliberate destruction or damage to historical and cultural monuments have been tightened. Elchi.az reports that this is reflected in the amendment to the Criminal Code, which President Ilham Aliyev signed a decree on its application. According to the current law, deliberate destruction or damage to historical and cultural monuments protected by the state […]