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Azerbaijan’s external public debt stands at $4.509 billion, while strategic reserves have reached $89.381 billion—nearly 20 times the debt. With an external debt-to-GDP ratio slightly above 5%, Azerbaijan has a strong financial buffer to withstand external shocks and support long-term development. The next priority is to turn this financial strength into economic diversification, higher productivity and sustainable prosperity. #Azerbaijan #AzerbaijanEconomy #EconomicGrowth #FinancialStability #PublicDebt #ForeignReserves #EconomicDevelopment #EconomicDiversification #SustainableGrowth #NonOilEconomy #Investment #GlobalEconomy #FiscalPolicy #EnergySecurity #Trade #Innovation #GDP #Baku #SouthCaucasus Read more at azernews.az

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to President of the Republic of Türkiye Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. According to AzerNEWS, the letter reads: "Dear Mr. President, My dear Brother, On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I am pleased to extend my most sincere congratulations and best wishes to you and, through you, to the entire people of Türkiye on the occasion of the national holiday of the brotherly Republic of Türkiye, October 29 – Republic Day. Azerbaijan and Türkiye are bound by genuine ties of friendship and brotherhood that have stood the test of history. With the Shusha Declaration, which we signed together in 2021, relations between our countries reached their highest level – that of an alliance – acquiring qualitatively new substance and meaning. On this festive day, I wish you robust health, happiness, and success in your high state responsibilities, and the brotherly Republic of Türkiye and its people lasting peace and prosperity." #Azerbaijan #Türkiye #AzerbaijanTürkiye #IlhamAliyev #RecepTayyipErdoğan

Azerbaijan’s international tourism is poised for growth, with overnight stays by foreign tourists forecast to rise by 116% between 2026 and 2036. Its rich history, Caspian coastline, mountain resorts and distinctive cuisine offer strong potential to attract more visitors and encourage longer stays. #Azerbaijan #Tourism #Travel #VisitAzerbaijan #DiscoverAzerbaijan #ExploreAzerbaijan #TourismDevelopment #TravelIndustry #CaspianSea #SilkRoad #CulturalTourism #AdventureTravel #EuropeanTourism #Hospitality #TravelTrends Read more at azernews.az

Azerbaijan-Germany industrial cooperation offers new opportunities to diversify Azerbaijan’s economy, modernise manufacturing and expand non-oil exports. Food processing, industrial automation and advanced packaging are key areas for joint investment, technology transfer and sustainable economic growth. #Azerbaijan #Germany #EconomicCooperation #IndustrialDevelopment #NonOilSector #Diversification #FoodProcessing #IndustrialAutomation #AdvancedTechnology #Investment #Manufacturing #NonOilExports #SustainableGrowth #Baku Read more at azernews.az

Azerbaijan is positioning itself as a middle power and a diplomatic bridge between rival political blocs. At the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku, Ilham Aliyev questioned international double standards, stressing that sovereignty must be backed by action, not just declarations. The challenge now is turning diplomatic visibility into lasting cooperation. #Azerbaijan #Baku #IlhamAliyev #WorldForum #InterculturalDialogue #BakuProcess #Azerbaijanism #NationalSovereignty #InternationalRelations #WorldPolitics #Diplomacy #MiddlePower #GlobalCooperation #InternationalLaw #UnitedNations #UNSecurityCouncil #TerritorialIntegrity #RegionalSecurity #SouthCaucasus Read more at azernews.az

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev has sent a congratulatory letter to Petr Pavel, President of the Czech Republic. According to AzerNEWS, the letter reads: "Dear Mr. President, On my own behalf and on behalf of the people of Azerbaijan, I extend my most sincere congratulations and best wishes to you and the people of the Czech Republic on the occasion of your country’s National Day. We are pleased with the dynamic development of Azerbaijan–Czech relations, which are rooted in rich traditions. Active political dialogue provides a solid foundation for expanding our cooperation in the economic, energy, transport, defense industry, humanitarian and other fields. I believe that, by making the most of existing opportunities through our joint efforts, we will further deepen our bilateral relations and strengthen effective cooperation, which holds immense potential. On this significant day, I wish you good health and happiness, and the friendly people of the Czech Republic lasting peace and prosperity." #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #CzechRepublic #PetrPavel #AzerbaijanCzechRelations #BilateralRelations #Diplomacy #InternationalCooperation #NationalDay #PoliticalDialogue #EconomicCooperation #EnergyCooperation #PeaceAndProsperity

“Azerbaijan is consistently implementing measures to combat corruption. Modernizing legislation, increasing transparency and accountability in public administration, ensuring the digitalization and accessibility of public services, and strengthening public oversight all play an important role in preventing corruption,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his address to the participants of the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, held in Baku. The head of state noted that during the nearly 30-year occupation of Azerbaijan’s territories, the illegal exploitation of the country’s natural resources, including mineral deposits, involving foreign entities had caused severe environmental damage to the region. He added that substantial proceeds derived from these crimes had been laundered through international financial channels. “Digital development, particularly the rapid spread of artificial intelligence, expands opportunities to combat corruption while also creating conditions for new forms of corruption and the misuse of digital financial instruments. The effective use of modern technological solutions by relevant law enforcement agencies is particularly important for preventing and efficiently investigating such crimes. “I am confident that the discussions and proposals put forward in Baku will help further strengthen cooperation among OIC member states in combating corruption, build mutual trust and contribute to the sustainable development of our countries,” President Ilham Aliyev added. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #OIC #AntiCorruption #FightAgainstCorruption #Transparency #Accountability #DigitalTransformation #ArtificialIntelligence #InternationalCooperation #MoneyLaundering #EnvironmentalProtection #Baku #SustainableDevelopment

“Azerbaijan attaches particular importance to developing cooperation, strengthening solidarity and promoting mutual support within the framework of the OIC, and consistently works towards achieving these goals,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his address to the participants of the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, held in Baku. “Corruption is a crime that undermines public trust in state institutions and damages social justice, fair competition and economic development. In some cases, the transnational nature of such crimes necessitates measures at both national and international levels. In this regard, the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Convention of the Member States of the OIC on Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Cooperation is a strategic document that establishes a common legal framework in this field. Azerbaijan’s accession to this Convention is of great importance for strengthening international cooperation,” the head of state emphasized. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #OIC #OrganisationOfIslamicCooperation #AntiCorruption #FightAgainstCorruption #Baku #InternationalCooperation #Transparency #RuleOfLaw #GlobalCooperation #EconomicDevelopment

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev addressed the participants of the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation. AzerNEWS presents the address: "Dear meeting participants, I extend my greetings to you on the occasion of the Third Ministerial Meeting of Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Authorities of the Member States of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, being held in Baku. Azerbaijan attaches particular importance to developing cooperation, strengthening solidarity and promoting mutual support within the framework of the OIC, and consistently works towards achieving these goals. Corruption is a crime that undermines public trust in state institutions and damages social justice, fair competition and economic development. In some cases, the transnational nature of such crimes necessitates measures at both national and international levels. In this regard, the Makkah Al-Mukarramah Convention of the Member States of the OIC on Anti-Corruption Law Enforcement Cooperation is a strategic document that establishes a common legal framework in this field. Azerbaijan’s accession to this Convention is of great importance for strengthening international cooperation. Azerbaijan is consistently implementing measures to combat corruption. Modernizing legislation, increasing transparency and accountability in public administration, ensuring the digitalization and accessibility of public services, and strengthening public oversight all play an important role in preventing corruption. During the nearly 30-year occupation of our territories, the illegal exploitation of our natural resources, including mineral deposits, involving foreign entities caused severe environmental damage to the region. Substantial proceeds derived from these crimes were laundered through international financial channels. Digital development, particularly the rapid spread of artificial intelligence, expands opportunities to combat corruption while also creating conditions for new forms of corruption and the misuse of digital financial instruments. The effective use of modern technological solutions by relevant law enforcement agencies is particularly important for preventing and efficiently investigating such crimes. I am confident that the discussions and proposals put forward in Baku will help further strengthen cooperation among OIC member states in combating corruption, build mutual trust and contribute to the sustainable development of our countries. I wish the meeting every success." #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #AzerNEWS #OIC #OrganisationOfIslamicCooperation #AntiCorruption #FightAgainstCorruption #AntiCorruptionCooperation #Baku #InternationalCooperation

The 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue has opened in Baku. Ilham Aliyev’s remarks focused on multiculturalism, religious tolerance and a shared identity—“Azerbaijanism.” He also highlighted the “Baku Process” as a platform for dialogue between cultures. #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #Baku #Azerbaijan #IlhamAliyev #Multiculturalism #ReligiousTolerance #Azerbaijanism #BakuProcess #InterculturalDialogue #CulturalDiversity #Peace #Unity #DialogueBetweenCultures #GlobalCooperation #Tolerance Read more at azernews.az

The opening ceremony of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, themed “Dialogue for a Shared Future,” was held in Baku on October 27. President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the event. The head of state met with the forum’s guests, followed by a group photo. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #Baku #InterculturalDialogue #WorldForum #DialogueForASharedFuture #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #AzerbaijanEvents #CulturalDialogue #InternationalCooperation

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, and their daughters Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva visited the retrospective exhibition “My Absheron: Plus” at the Azerbaijan National Museum of Art on October 27, marking the 80th anniversary of People’s Artist Farhad Khalilov. Organized by the Ministry of Culture, the museum, and the Union of Artists of Azerbaijan, the exhibition features more than 90 works from Khalilov’s personal collection, spanning from the 1960s to the present day. A prominent figure in Azerbaijani fine arts, Khalilov is renowned for his distinctive artistic style, use of color and light, and exploration of various genres, from realism to abstract art. The Absheron Peninsula and its landscapes occupy a central place in his work, reflecting his personal impressions and emotional connection to the region. The exhibition also highlights the evolution of his artistic language through paintings and graphic works. #Azerbaijan #IlhamAliyev #MehribanAliyeva #LeylaAliyeva #ArzuAliyeva #FarhadKhalilov #MyAbsheronPlus #AzerbaijaniArt #FineArts #ArtExhibition #AzerbaijanCulture #Absheron #NationalMuseumOfArt

A post about President Ilham Aliyev’s participation in the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue has been published on his social media accounts. The post states: The 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, themed "Dialogue for a Shared Future," in Baku. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #Baku #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #InterculturalDialogue #DialogueForASharedFuture #GlobalDialogue #CulturalDialogue #InternationalCooperation

President Ilham Aliyev met with ICESCO Director-General Salim bin Mohammed AlMalik on October 27. The meeting focused on intercultural dialogue, Islamic solidarity, education, and Azerbaijan–ICESCO cooperation. AlMalik praised Azerbaijan’s support for ICESCO and highlighted President Aliyev’s remarks on peace, sovereignty, and non-interference. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #ICESCO #IslamicSolidarity #InterculturalDialogue

"Double standards are also when someone wants to teach you how to live. Though prior to doing so, you should look in the mirror and ask yourself: Do you have the moral right to lecture someone, to teach someone, to lecture an independent country on how to live, what to do, and what not to do?" President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue. The head of state added: "We never do that. We concentrate on our own homework, and what is happening in other countries is the business of the peoples of those countries. It is none of our business." #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #DoubleStandards #DialogueForASharedFuture #NationalSovereignty #Independence #MutualRespect #InternationalRelations #Baku #AzerbaijanPolitics #7thWorldForum

“We enjoy a very high level of solidarity, mutual respect, and mutual understanding, and we are all united around our national ideas. One of them is Azerbaijanism, which embraces all the peoples of Azerbaijan,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue. Emphasizing that this unity manifested itself during the most challenging periods in Azerbaijan’s independent history, the head of state noted that during Armenia’s military aggression and occupation, as well as the Second Garabagh War, representatives of all ethnic groups and religions fought as one iron fist, which became a symbol of Azerbaijan’s victory. #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #Azerbaijanism #NationalUnity #InterculturalDialogue #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #DialogueForASharedFuture #Multiculturalism #ReligiousTolerance #NationalSolidarity #SecondGarabaghWar #Garabagh #Baku #UnityAndSolidarity

“The World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue has really transformed over the years into one of the most efficient and inclusive platforms for addressing issues of intercultural relations, and not only,” President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue. The head of state noted that discussions at the forums traditionally focus on pressing issues on the global agenda. #IlhamAliyev #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #InterculturalDialogue #Baku #Azerbaijan #GlobalAgenda #DialogueForASharedFuture #InternationalCooperation #CulturalDialogue #7thWorldForum

The opening ceremony of the 7th World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue, themed “Dialogue for a Shared Future,” is underway in Baku. President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev is addressing the event. #WorldForumOnInterculturalDialogue #DialogueForASharedFuture #Baku #Azerbaijan #IlhamAliyev #InterculturalDialogue #WorldForum #Dialogue #SharedFuture

On October 26, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Shaikha Al Nuwais, Secretary-General of the World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism). #IlhamAliyev #Azerbaijan #ShaikhaAlNuwais #UNTourism #WorldTourismOrganization #Tourism #Baku #AzerbaijanTourism #InternationalCooperation #TourismDevelopment Video credit:Azertac

🇹🇷🇸🇦🇵🇰 The Türkiye–Saudi Arabia–Pakistan defence pact could strengthen regional security, military cooperation and defence industry ties. However, the key challenge for Ankara will be to deepen collective defence while preserving its strategic autonomy and freedom to make independent decisions during regional crises. #Türkiye #SaudiArabia #Pakistan #RegionalSecurity #Defence #Geopolitics #StrategicAutonomy Read more at azernews.az