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World Bank’s financing of the Bilasuvar–Astara road rehabilitation discussed

— ECONOMY, NEWS FEED
Potential financing opportunities for the rehabilitation of the Bilasuvar–Astara section of the M3 highway between Azerbaijan and the World Bank have been reviewed, and the strategic role of regional transport corridors in strengthening economic integration has been emphasized. elchi reports this with reference to the Ministry of Finance. According to the information, today Minister Sahil […]
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IRGC: 26 ships have passed through Hormuz in the last 24 hours

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY, WORLD
In the last 24 hours, 26 merchant ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz. “Elchi” reports that this is stated in a statement by Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). According to the information, these ships include oil tankers, container ships, and other commercial vessels. It is noted that the Iranian Navy coordinated the […]
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Erdoğan received the Prime Minister of Sudan

— NEWS FEED, WORLD
Sudanese Prime Minister Kamil Idris has paid a working visit to Turkey. “Elchi” reports that he was received by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The details of the meeting held at the Presidential Palace have not yet been disclosed.
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New global Baku Urban Award established

— NEWS FEED, SOCIETY
The new global Baku Urban Award has been established by the Government of Azerbaijan and the United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat). This was reported to “Elchi” by the WUF13 Azerbaijan Operations Company. It was stated that the Government of Azerbaijan and UN-Habitat are establishing a new global award in the field of sustainable urban […]
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Baku Urban Award established

— CURRENT EVENTS, NEWS FEED
The Government of Azerbaijan and the UN Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat) are establishing a new global award in the field of sustainable urban development – the Baku Urban Award. elchi reports that the official presentation ceremony of the new international award, the Baku Urban Award, established at the initiative of the Government of the Republic […]
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Important decisions made at the first official meeting of the Global South Youth Platform

— CURRENT EVENTS, NEWS FEED
At the international conference titled “Global South Youth Platform: The Role of Youth in Urban Planning in the Decolonization Process,” organized by the Baku Initiative Group, important decisions regarding the platform’s operational directions, future priorities, and international cooperation opportunities were adopted within the framework of the first official meeting of the Global South Youth Platform. […]
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MES held meetings on this topic

— NEWS FEED
Organized by the State Service for Control over Small-Sized Vessels and Water Rescue of the Ministry of Emergency Situations and with the participation of representatives of the Baku Regional Center, meetings on the topic of “Ensuring safety in water basins” were held in the Khazar, Sabunchu, and Garadagh districts of Baku. “Elchi” reports that the […]
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“SummerStack Bootcamp” for youth kicks off with the support of Bakcell

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Innovation leader Bakcell continues its initiatives aimed at developing the digital skills of young people. With the company’s partnership, Peerstack Academy will implement the “SummerStack Bootcamp” program in Java and Python programming languages. The main goal of the three-month bootcamp program is to provide young people with fundamental knowledge in programming, involve them in working […]
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Ismail Serageldin: Azerbaijan makes a significant contribution to plastic recycling and projects implemented in this direction

— CURRENT EVENTS, NEWS FEED
“I am proud of Azerbaijan’s initiatives regarding plastic recycling and the fight against pollution.” elchi reports that Nizami Ganjavi International Center co-chair Ismail Serageldin said this during the session “Combating Plastic Pollution: Promoting Livable Cities and Circular Economy” held within the framework of WUF13. He stated that the volume of plastic in the oceans is […]