AZE.US In Azerbaijan’s banking system, taking out a loan often comes with a familiar condition: find a guarantor. For many, signing as a guarantor feels like a routine gesture – helping a relative, supporting a friend, facilitating a business deal. Legally, however, it is far from symbolic. When a borrower fails to meet repayment obligations, … Read more
AZE.US The debate over peace between Armenia and Azerbaijan has not disappeared from Armenian public life. If anything, it has become constant. But as it grows louder, it also feels thinner – less like a civic conversation and more like a controlled political arena. That was the underlying tension in a recent discussion on Pressclubs … Read more
AZE.US Armenia has formally asked the European Union for assistance in protecting its upcoming parliamentary elections from potential external interference, citing concerns over disinformation and cyber threats. The request comes ahead of the June 2026 vote. Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan sent a letter to Brussels seeking the deployment of a rapid hybrid response team … Read more
AZE.US Azerbaijan speaks the language of innovation. Officials reference digital transformation, artificial intelligence, start-ups, and smart governance. Yet inside many research institutes, a different reality prevails. Young researchers are scarce. Laboratories feel frozen in time. The academic system itself is aging. This is not simply a demographic issue. It is a strategic risk. A Closed … Read more
AZE.US In January 2026, Azerbaijan received 181,800 foreign citizens and stateless persons from 158 countries, according to data released by the State Statistics Committee. Of those arrivals, 71.1% were men and 28.9% were women – a notable gender imbalance in the country’s inbound flow. The figures suggest that Azerbaijan’s visitor profile may differ from that … Read more
AZE.US Retail prices for butter in Azerbaijan are climbing, with some stores now offering the product at up to 37 manats per kilogram, according to local market observations. Official data show that in January 2026, Azerbaijan produced more than 1,904 tons of butter. According to the State Statistics Committee, this represents a 13.2% decrease compared … Read more
AZE.US February 26 marks the 34th anniversary of the Khojaly genocide and the occupation of the town of Khojaly by Armenian armed formations with the participation of the 366th motorized rifle regiment of Russia. Thirty-four years have passed since the трагic events of the night of February 25-26, 1992, when Armenian armed units, reportedly supported … Read more
AZE.US Online commerce in Azerbaijan has expanded rapidly since the pandemic, reshaping consumer behavior and placing new pressure on traditional retail stores. Shoppers are increasingly comparing prices before making purchases, reading reviews and choosing between multiple platforms. The shift has not gone unnoticed by brick-and-mortar retailers, many of whom report declining foot traffic and rising … Read more
AZE.US As Azerbaijan prepares for the Novruz holiday, prices for nuts and dried fruits – staples of the traditional праздничная хонча – have climbed sharply, adding financial pressure to many households. Market vendors say the most noticeable increase has been in hazelnuts. Kernels that previously sold for around 17 manats per kilogram are now being … Read more
AZE.US A refrigerator repair technician in Azerbaijan can earn more than a university graduate with a formal diploma, according to Member of Parliament Fazil Mustafa, who says the imbalance reflects a deeper mismatch between the country’s education system and labor market demand. Speaking about employment trends among young people, the lawmaker pointed to a persistent … Read more