Azerbaijan boosts aluminum import and export flows in Jan. 2026
03:17 (UTC+04)EconomyTurkmen expedition reports gas flow at its Khazarli‑2 field
02:51 (UTC+04)EconomyIran reports rise in crude steel consumption in 10M2025
02:20 (UTC+04)EconomyTurkmenistan’s Marynebitgazgozleg outpaces drilling targets for 2025
01:54 (UTC+04)EconomyIran multiplies transit of non-oil products via its Bushehr port
01:23 (UTC+04)EconomyKyrgyzstan’s industrial base strengthens on back of sectoral shifts
00:52 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan ramps up electricity imports from Russia in 2025
00:16 (UTC+04)Oil&GasKyrgyzstan reports soaring trade volumes with EAEU nations
17 February 23:57 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan and Georgia hold political consultations in Baku (PHOTO)
17 February 23:27 (UTC+04)PoliticsUzbekistan-Belarus trade turnover hits new heights in 2025
17 February 23:06 (UTC+04)EconomyKyrgyzstan experiences trade fluctuations, with mixed export and import results
17 February 22:56 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan increases oil exports to Romania in January 2026
17 February 22:05 (UTC+04)Oil&GasKyrgyzstan observes shifts in consumer and service prices in early 2026
17 February 21:57 (UTC+04)EconomyIran tallies cargo handling volume via its Bushehr Province ports
17 February 21:17 (UTC+04)EconomyTürkiye increases natural gas imports from Azerbaijan in 2025
17 February 20:58 (UTC+04)Oil&GasHeydar Aliyev Foundation VP Leyla Aliyeva meets with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana (PHOTO)
17 February 20:28 (UTC+04)PoliticsSOCAR Türkiye launches gas-fired power plant in Türkiye
17 February 20:26 (UTC+04)Oil&GasItaly boosts oil imports from Azerbaijan in early 2026
17 February 20:07 (UTC+04)Oil&GasKyrgyzstan's economy shows strong growth in construction and trade
17 February 19:55 (UTC+04)EconomyBaku-Belgrade strategic partnership redefines regional future - analyst
17 February 19:50 (UTC+04)PoliticsTajikistan advances regional energy integration with World Bank assistance
17 February 19:45 (UTC+04)FinanceKazakhstan and Tajikistan see surge in rail freight turnover in 2025
17 February 19:33 (UTC+04)KazakhstanAzerbaijan signs agreement to support reconstruction of several schools in Syria
17 February 19:07 (UTC+04)SocietyAzerbaijan lifts curtain on natural gas trade with Iran in 2025
17 February 19:07 (UTC+04)EconomyKyrgyzstan's economy gains momentum with GDP growth in 2026
17 February 18:57 (UTC+04)EconomyEBRD increases investments in Tajikistan fourfold – Holger Wiefel (Exclusive Interview)
17 February 18:30 (UTC+04)EconomyTurkmenistan implements over 500 EU-funded projects as of 2025
17 February 18:27 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan's international air cargo traffic skyrockets in January 2026
17 February 18:10 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's expenditures on mine exploration surge in 8M2025
17 February 18:09 (UTC+04)EconomyTajikistan and Uzbekistan discuss opportunities for co-op across key sectors
17 February 18:04 (UTC+04)Tajikistan
Azerbaijan and Georgia hold political consultations in Baku (PHOTO)
17 February 23:27 (UTC+04)Politics
Heydar Aliyev Foundation VP Leyla Aliyeva meets with Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama in Tirana (PHOTO)
17 February 20:28 (UTC+04)Politics
Azerbaijan signs agreement to support reconstruction of several schools in Syria
17 February 19:07 (UTC+04)Society
EBRD increases investments in Tajikistan fourfold – Holger Wiefel (Exclusive Interview)
17 February 18:30 (UTC+04)EconomyIran and U.S. wrap up latest round of nuclear negotiations
17 February 17:14 (UTC+04)Nuclear Program
Azerbaijan and UAE reach preliminary agreement on agricultural MoU
17 February 16:34 (UTC+04)Economy
Applications for the Urban Expo at WUF13 are still open
16 February 12:00 (UTC+04)Society
Azerbaijan mobilizes thousands of volunteers for WUF13 training program
13 February 19:10 (UTC+04)Society
Azerbaijan set to grant tax incentives ahead of hosting WUF13
13 February 13:23 (UTC+04)Society
Azerbaijan participates in key Kenyan briefing for upcoming African Urban Forum (PHOTO)
12 February 14:57 (UTC+04)Society
Corridor diplomacy: Azerbaijan at center of new Uzbekistan-Serbia axis
17 February 09:00 (UTC+04)Economy
Israel sees new co-op prospects with Kazakhstan post-Abraham Accords – ambassador (Exclusive Interview)
17 February 08:12 (UTC+04)Kazakhstan
Iran stresses swift implementation of joint projects with Azerbaijan - embassy official
16 February 14:33 (UTC+04)Politics
Our resources, your technology: Kazakhstan and Germany chart new partnership model
16 February 09:00 (UTC+04)Kazakhstan
Legal framework supports Turkish capital growth in Central Asia - EDB (Exclusive)
16 February 08:18 (UTC+04)Economy
Kazakhstan, Sweden in talks to deepen political dialogue
17 February 18:01 (UTC+04)KazakhstanTurkmenistan, EU prioritize transport connectivity for 2026 cooperation
17 February 17:59 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan, UAE explore collaborative projects for sustainable growth (PHOTO)
17 February 17:48 (UTC+04)EconomyUzbekistan reports significant leap in payment infrastructure in 2026
17 February 17:43 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's Bahar Azadi gold coin moves up in price
17 February 17:31 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan tallies oil shipments to Croatia in January 2026
17 February 17:28 (UTC+04)Oil&GasUzbekistan, UK ink memo on sustainable regional infrastructure development
17 February 17:16 (UTC+04)EconomyIran and U.S. wrap up latest round of nuclear negotiations
17 February 17:14 (UTC+04)Nuclear ProgramIran’s Industry Ministry examines sector impact on product exports
17 February 17:10 (UTC+04)EconomyKazTransOil set to implement online chloride salt analyzer for oil quality control
17 February 17:07 (UTC+04)KazakhstanIran, Russia stress importance of expanding economic cooperation
17 February 17:01 (UTC+04)EconomyAbu Dhabi Commercial Bank to boost financing for Uzbekistan’s Uzbekneftegaz in 2026
17 February 16:55 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan’s push for results-based budgeting hits roadblocks - Chamber of Accounts
17 February 16:52 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan sets sights on strengthening core of its fintech ecosystem
17 February 16:47 (UTC+04)EconomyJapan aims to strengthen its footprint in Turkmenistan in 2026
17 February 16:44 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan and UAE reach preliminary agreement on agricultural MoU
17 February 16:34 (UTC+04)EconomyIran reports record investment in fisheries sector
17 February 16:32 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan approves key decisions on satellite communication operations
17 February 16:30 (UTC+04)SocietyUzbekistan, UK agree to adopt joint roadmap to expand cooperation
17 February 16:29 (UTC+04)EconomyKazMunayGas and Almaty Airport discuss jet fuel supply cooperation
17 February 16:20 (UTC+04)Kazakhstan
Azerbaijan boosts aluminum import and export flows in Jan. 2026
03:17 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan increased both its exports and imports of aluminum and related products in January compared to the same period last year.
Azerbaijan ramps up electricity imports from Russia in 2025
00:16 (UTC+04)Oil&GasAzerbaijan turned up the dial on its electricity imports from Russia in 2025. The volume and value of imports both experienced a significant uptick compared to 2024. In the meantime, Azerbaijan's electricity exports to Russia took a hit, seeing a drop in both quantity and worth.
Azerbaijan increases oil exports to Romania in January 2026
17 February 22:05 (UTC+04)Oil&GasIn January 2026, Azerbaijan's oil and petroleum product exports to Romania saw a rise in volume. Despite the increase in quantity, the export value declined compared to the previous year. Romania remained one of key importers of Azerbaijani oil during the reporting period.
Azerbaijan lifts curtain on natural gas trade with Iran in 2025
17 February 19:07 (UTC+04)EconomyThe volume of natural gas trade between Azerbaijan and Iran for 2025 has been revealed. Azerbaijan exported a significant amount of natural gas to Iran, marking a notable shift from the previous year. Additionally, Azerbaijan also imported natural gas from Iran, reversing the trend from the past.
Iran reports rise in crude steel consumption in 10M2025
02:20 (UTC+04)EconomyIn the first ten months of the current Iranian year, the appetite for crude steel in Iran has seen an uptick, as highlighted by a report from the Iranian Steel Producers Association (ISPA).Iran multiplies transit of non-oil products via its Bushehr port
01:23 (UTC+04)EconomyThe flow of non-oil goods through Bushehr port has seen a remarkable uptick since the beginning of the current Iranian year. The port has been busy as a bee, juggling a hefty load of non-oil products and witnessing a surge in container traffic. The ship activity set sail for new horizons, showcasing a surge in maritime operations at the port.Iran tallies cargo handling volume via its Bushehr Province ports
17 February 21:17 (UTC+04)EconomyBushehr Province's ports have seen significant cargo activity this year. Petroleum products dominated the cargo, while non-oil product transit also grew. Ship traffic in and out of the ports has remained strong.Iran's expenditures on mine exploration surge in 8M2025
17 February 18:09 (UTC+04)EconomyExpenditures on mine exploration in Iran have significantly risen this year. However, the number of new mine licenses and exploration permits has decreased. This trend marks a shift in the country's mining activities.
Trade turnover between Uzbekistan and UK doubles in five years
17 February 16:19 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan sees growth in international road freight value in Jan. 2026
17 February 16:13 (UTC+04)EconomyBaku Steel Company has successfully implemented SAP S/4HANA
17 February 16:12 (UTC+04)SocietyTurkmenistan, Qatar discuss inter-parliamentary cooperation
17 February 16:08 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan, Kuwait view exchange experience in hydrocarbon exploration
17 February 15:57 (UTC+04)KazakhstanTurkmenistan, Indonesia map out prospects for enhanced partnership
17 February 15:47 (UTC+04)EconomyEIB backs Romanian solar expansion
17 February 15:41 (UTC+04)FinanceEIB Group invests €112 million to support French SME loans
17 February 15:36 (UTC+04)FinanceAzerbaijan and IMF review prospects for cooperation
17 February 15:32 (UTC+04)EconomySaipem agrees acquisition of Deep Value Driller Unit
17 February 15:30 (UTC+04)Oil&GasPresidents of Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan mull over prospects of bilateral ties
17 February 15:25 (UTC+04)KazakhstanSpanish Enagás posts €74.6M net investment for 2025
17 February 15:22 (UTC+04)Oil&GasEnagás reports lower FFO in 2025, cites regulatory and interest impacts
17 February 15:20 (UTC+04)Oil&GasEnagás sees net debt fall, revenue rises 7% in 2025
17 February 15:11 (UTC+04)Oil&GasIran estimates non-oil exports to Georgia in early 2026
17 February 15:07 (UTC+04)EconomySpanish Enagás posts stronger‑than‑expected 2025 earnings
17 February 14:56 (UTC+04)Oil&GasFormer IDPs return home to Azerbaijan's Aghdam
17 February 14:49 (UTC+04)SocietyTurkmenistan and Kuwait discuss opportunities for trade and investment
17 February 14:45 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan plans to build food-grade gelatin plant in Almaty
17 February 14:32 (UTC+04)KazakhstanIran signals willingness to grant nuclear site access to IAEA - MP
17 February 14:24 (UTC+04)EconomyUAE offers food hub role to bring Azerbaijani companies to global markets (Exclusive)
17 February 14:13 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan reveals international rail freight volumes for Jan. 2026
17 February 14:11 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan reveals volume of oil exports to Portugal in Jan. 2026
17 February 13:47 (UTC+04)Oil&GasAzerbaijan's int'l sea freight traffic shows decline in January 2026
17 February 13:41 (UTC+04)EconomyUzbekistan, Malaysia discuss expanding fruit and vegetable exports
17 February 13:34 (UTC+04)EconomyUzbekistan, Afghanistan reach multi-million dollar trade deal
17 February 13:07 (UTC+04)EconomyTurkmenistan, EU discuss expansion of bilateral cooperation
17 February 13:00 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan throws light on oil exports to Germany in Jan. 2026
17 February 12:57 (UTC+04)Oil&GasIran takes efforts to build confidence by tapping foreign investments
17 February 12:52 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan fuels agro-processing growth with new facility in Semey city
17 February 12:46 (UTC+04)KazakhstanAzerbaijan's Baku hosts NATO training course (PHOTO)
17 February 12:42 (UTC+04)SocietyTurkmenistan and Iran discuss Caspian Sea, interregional cooperation
17 February 12:42 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan and UK-based Muslim Trade Forum strengthen ties with new memo
17 February 12:38 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan estimates revenues from electricity exports to Georgia in 2025
17 February 12:29 (UTC+04)Oil&GasPakistan’s Gohar Textile unveils ambitious expansion plans in Uzbekistan (Exclusive)
17 February 12:22 (UTC+04)EconomyTurkmenistan, EU explore pathways for enhanced co-op in key sectors
17 February 12:11 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan sheds light on key energy projects scheduled to launch in 2026
17 February 12:04 (UTC+04)KazakhstanPresident Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to Xi Jinping
17 February 11:43 (UTC+04)PoliticsUzbekistan, Jordan sign agreement to launch joint Business Council
17 February 11:37 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijani court sentences Ruben Vardanyan to 20 years' imprisonment (VIDEO)
17 February 11:37 (UTC+04)PoliticsAzerbaijani court hands down verdict to Ruben Vardanyan (PHOTO/VIDEO)
17 February 11:32 (UTC+04)PoliticsKazakhstan's crude oil and gas condensate production increases
17 February 11:30 (UTC+04)KazakhstanChairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan visits United States
17 February 11:25 (UTC+04)EconomyUzbekistan, South Africa agree to form Intergovernmental Commission to boost trade
17 February 11:21 (UTC+04)EconomyNothing impedes restoration of relations and good traditions – Alla Bayramova on ‘Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov’ (PHOTO/VIDEO)
17 February 11:17 (UTC+04)AzerbaijanKazakhstan plans to expand rare metals production in 2026
17 February 10:58 (UTC+04)KazakhstanKazakhstan plans to increase its oil refining capacity by 2033
17 February 10:47 (UTC+04)KazakhstanAzerbaijan's repaired Balakan ferry sets sail on its maiden voyage
17 February 10:41 (UTC+04)EconomyUzbekistan, Germany’s LBBW plan new roadmap for investment cooperation
17 February 10:38 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan set to boost domestic production of agricultural and industrial goods
17 February 10:35 (UTC+04)KazakhstanPresident of Uzbekistan to attend inaugural Board of Peace summit in Washington
17 February 10:16 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan set to launch hub for localized auto component production
17 February 10:12 (UTC+04)KazakhstanIran releases currency exchange rates for February 17
17 February 10:02 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijani oil scales up in price
17 February 09:58 (UTC+04)Oil&GasKazakhstan rolls out bold plan to boost backbone of its real sector
17 February 09:57 (UTC+04)KazakhstanKazakhstan unveils ambitious plan to attract vast investments by 2029
17 February 09:37 (UTC+04)KazakhstanNational Bank of Kyrgyzstan revises gold bullion quotations
17 February 09:34 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan lists leading importers of its oil in January 2026
17 February 09:26 (UTC+04)Oil&GasKazakhstan-Uzbekistan railway trade sees boost in freight volumes in 2025
17 February 09:25 (UTC+04)KazakhstanIran sees hike in transit via its Kermanshah Province customs
17 February 09:20 (UTC+04)Economy
Turkmen expedition reports gas flow at its Khazarli‑2 field
02:51 (UTC+04)EconomyThe Marynebitgazgözleg expedition achieved industrial gas flow at the Hazarli‑2 field.
Turkmenistan’s Marynebitgazgozleg outpaces drilling targets for 2025
01:54 (UTC+04)EconomyThe Marynebitgazgözleg expedition of Turkmengeologiýa surpassed its planned drilling volumes last year and continues active operations at South Yoloten and other promising fields in the Balkan and Mary regions, Trend reports via Turkmennebit.
Kyrgyzstan’s industrial base strengthens on back of sectoral shifts
00:52 (UTC+04)EconomyKyrgyzstan’s manufacturing growth in 2025 was led by high value-added sectors, signaling deeper industrial diversification and strengthening the foundations of broader economic expansion.
Kyrgyzstan reports soaring trade volumes with EAEU nations
17 February 23:57 (UTC+04)EconomyThe growth in Kyrgyzstan’s trade with EAEU partners highlights strengthening regional economic integration and rising trade activity with key neighboring markets.
Iran estimates non-oil exports to Georgia in early 2026
17 February 15:07 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's non-oil exports to Georgia saw a decline in value but an increase in volume over the first 10 months of the current Iranian year. The products included a range of goods such as agricultural items, steel, and petrochemicals. Overall, the total non-oil trade with Georgia also experienced a decrease compared to the previous year.
Azerbaijan estimates revenues from electricity exports to Georgia in 2025
17 February 12:29 (UTC+04)Oil&GasAzerbaijan's electricity exports to Georgia in 2025 generated significant revenue. However, the export value and volume saw a decrease compared to the previous year. Meanwhile, Azerbaijan's overall electricity exports and imports showed notable activity with neighboring countries.
Georgia’s economy soars with 7.5% GDP growth in 2025
17 February 05:11 (UTC+04)Economy
Georgia's food prices push inflation to new heights
16 February 05:12 (UTC+04)Economy
Türkiye increases natural gas imports from Azerbaijan in 2025
17 February 20:58 (UTC+04)Oil&GasTürkiye's natural gas imports from Azerbaijan increased in 2025. The volume of imports rose slightly compared to the previous year. Notably, Azerbaijan became the third-largest exporter of natural gas to Türkiye in December 2025.
SOCAR Türkiye launches gas-fired power plant in Türkiye
17 February 20:26 (UTC+04)Oil&Gas
Tashkent proposes expanding Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Iran-Türkiye transit capacity
16 February 18:38 (UTC+04)EconomyLegal framework supports Turkish capital growth in Central Asia - EDB (Exclusive)
16 February 08:18 (UTC+04)Economy
Azerbaijani currency to world currency rates for February 17
17 February 09:15 (UTC+04)EconomyCorridor diplomacy: Azerbaijan at center of new Uzbekistan-Serbia axis
17 February 09:00 (UTC+04)EconomyIran sees growth in investment for licensed businesses in 8M2025
17 February 08:44 (UTC+04)EconomyIsrael sees new co-op prospects with Kazakhstan post-Abraham Accords – ambassador (Exclusive Interview)
17 February 08:12 (UTC+04)KazakhstanTurkmenistan set to intensify work on TAPI and oil-gas sector in 2026
17 February 07:34 (UTC+04)EconomyIran increases lending to startup companies in early 2026
17 February 07:02 (UTC+04)EconomyING Group updates Uzbekistan GDP growth outlook through 2027
17 February 06:18 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan reveals electric vehicle import figures for Jan. 2026
17 February 06:03 (UTC+04)EconomyGeorgia’s economy soars with 7.5% GDP growth in 2025
17 February 05:11 (UTC+04)EconomyIran boosts non-oil exports to Turkmenistan in 10M2025
17 February 05:04 (UTC+04)EconomyForeign entrepreneurs purchase Portland cement at Turkmen exchange
17 February 04:44 (UTC+04)EconomyItaly and China remain Kazakhstan’s largest export destinations in 2025
17 February 04:05 (UTC+04)KazakhstanAzerbaijan's Nakhchivan reports growth in GDP for Jan. 2026
17 February 03:46 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's expenses on establishing licensed facilities jack up in 8M2025
17 February 03:06 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan's trade turnover with CIS countries increases in 2025
17 February 02:29 (UTC+04)KazakhstanKyrgyzstan’s Bishkek enhances grid reliability amid growing demand
17 February 02:07 (UTC+04)Green EconomyIndustry and real estate lead Kazakhstan’s fixed capital investment
17 February 01:41 (UTC+04)KazakhstanTurkmennebit reannounces tender for plant and drilling equipment
17 February 01:09 (UTC+04)EconomyKazakhstan reports growth in fixed capital investment in early 2026
17 February 00:36 (UTC+04)KazakhstanTurkmenistan's national regulator for standards bids tender for chemical agents
17 February 00:05 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's exports through Caspian Port surge in 10M2025
16 February 23:57 (UTC+04)EconomyAzerbaijan and Georgia hold consular consultations (PHOTO)
16 February 23:54 (UTC+04)PoliticsUzbekistan reveals footprint of Azerbaijani-backed enterprises
16 February 23:07 (UTC+04)EconomyKyrgyzstan’s Bishkek upgrades substations to strengthen electricity supply
16 February 22:56 (UTC+04)Green EconomyIran’s major companies’ monthly iron ore concentrate production increases
16 February 22:07 (UTC+04)EconomyIran's product imports from Turkmenistan hit rough patch in early 2026
16 February 21:53 (UTC+04)EconomyFootage of President Ilham Aliyev's visit to Serbia posted on his social media accounts (VIDEO)
16 February 21:12 (UTC+04)PoliticsKazakhstan’s postal and courier sector declines in January 2026
16 February 21:08 (UTC+04)KazakhstanAzerbaijan reveals volume of oil product exports in January 2026
16 February 20:49 (UTC+04)Oil&GasHead of Baku Media Center Arzu Aliyeva attends “After the dark…” event (PHOTO)
16 February 20:41 (UTC+04)Politics
EIB backs Romanian solar expansion
17 February 15:41 (UTC+04)Finance
EIB Group invests €112 million to support French SME loans
17 February 15:36 (UTC+04)Finance
Saipem agrees acquisition of Deep Value Driller Unit
17 February 15:30 (UTC+04)Oil&Gas
Spanish Enagás posts €74.6M net investment for 2025
17 February 15:22 (UTC+04)Oil&Gas
Azerbaijan stands ahead of its time – Mikhail Gusman on 'Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov' (VIDEO/PHOTO)
10 February 10:52 (UTC+04)Politics
Music bridges divides - Teymur Goychayev on 'Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov' (PHOTO/VIDEO)
2 February 11:27 (UTC+04)Society
Azerbaijan promoting peaceful coexistence - Natalia Sharovskaya on 'Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov' (PHOTO/VIDEO)
23 January 10:26 (UTC+04)Politics
Honored artist talks about Azerbaijani Anthem, art’s global impact on ‘Dialogue with Tofig Abbasov’ (PHOTO/VIDEO)
29 December 2025 11:13 (UTC+04)Azerbaijan