Azerbaijan Places Digital Transformation at the Center of Its Economic Future

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Aze,US Digitalization, artificial intelligence, and data infrastructure are becoming central pillars of Azerbaijan’s long-term development strategy, President Ilham Aliyev said during a government meeting dedicated to the country’s new unified digital architecture. The discussion signaled a shift from isolated technology initiatives toward a systemic economic transition in which energy capacity, data infrastructure, and connectivity are … Read more

Azerbaijan May Move to Restrict the Use of Aging Vehicles

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Aze.US Uzbekistan’s recent decision to ban vehicles older than 50 years from public roads has renewed debate across the region about the future of aging car fleets, including in Azerbaijan, where experts say similar restrictions could eventually be considered. Environmental and Safety Concerns Specialists note that older vehicles pose a dual risk. They typically emit … Read more

Cesarean Births Are Rising in Azerbaijan, Raising Medical Concerns

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Aze.US The number of births delivered by cesarean section in Azerbaijan has been steadily increasing, prompting concern among obstetricians who emphasize that the procedure should be performed primarily for medical necessity rather than personal preference. Fear of Pain and Perception of Safety Medical specialists say one of the main drivers behind the growing preference for … Read more

As Beef Prices Ease, Azerbaijani Households Continue Shifting Toward Poultry

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Aze.US A recent, modest decline in beef and lamb prices in Azerbaijan has done little to reverse a broader consumer trend: households are increasingly turning to cheaper protein sources, particularly chicken, as income pressures continue to shape food choices. Market vendors report that beef prices have fallen from roughly 17.5 to 17 manats per kilogram, … Read more

Discounted Loans May Carry Hidden Costs for Borrowers in Azerbaijan

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Aze.US Promotional loan offers in Azerbaijan are drawing increased attention as banks continue to issue consumer credit at interest rates often exceeding 20 percent. While temporary discounts can make borrowing appear more affordable, financial specialists warn that such campaigns may create complications during repayment. According to banking expert Emin Karimov, reduced rates introduced during promotional … Read more

Sports Journalist Questions Figure Skater’s Olympic Participation

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Aze.US Azerbaijani sports journalist Vugar Vugarli has issued a sharp public critique of the country’s decision to send figure skater Vladimir Litvintsev to the Olympic Games, raising broader concerns about athlete selection and long-term development strategy in winter sports. In his address, Vugarli noted that the skater had finished 18th at the previous Olympics and, … Read more

Divorce Is Rising Quietly – and the Reasons Go Beyond Money

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Aze.US Divorce is becoming a more visible social reality in Azerbaijan, but the forces behind it are often misunderstood. While financial pressure is frequently cited in public discussion, specialists say the deeper causes are increasingly psychological, social, and cultural. Emotional Distance Before Legal Separation Family experts note that separation rarely begins in court. In most … Read more

Russia Is Losing Its Periphery While the War Drags On

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Aze.US Nearly four years after the start of the war in Ukraine, the strategic question is no longer what Moscow hoped to gain, but what it has already lost. The answer is becoming increasingly clear: beyond battlefield costs, Russia is steadily losing influence across the geopolitical space that once formed its uncontested periphery. The South … Read more