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Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum opens in Baku
The Second Azerbaijan International Investment Forum (AIIF 2026) has opened in Baku. The two-day event is held under the patronage of President Ilham Aliyev.
Azerbaijan emerges as a manufacturing hub between Central Asia and Europe
Azerbaijan's Economy Minister Mikayil Jabbarov said the country is becoming a manufacturing hub between Central Asia and Europe. According to him, this is being driven by
Georgia increased spending on tomato imports from Azerbaijan 2.5-fold
In January–August 2026, Georgia increased spending on tomato imports from Azerbaijan 2.5-fold to $2.71 million.
Bill Gates’ Breakthrough Energy Invests in 21 Energy Startups
Breakthrough Energy has announced investments in 21 startups working on energy technologies, including nuclear fusion, hydrogen and data center efficiency.
Amazon and Shorea Capital close commercial property deals
Foreign investors continue to actively purchase commercial real estate in Hong Kong. Recent deals include acquisitions by an Amazon subsidiary and Singapore-based Shorea Capital.
Bloomberg: US May Not Exempt Hungary from Tariffs on Russian Oil
Hungary is seeking US sanctions relief for continued Russian oil purchases, but Bloomberg doubts Washington will make concessions.
Deputy Minister Discusses Economic Development with Ganja-Dashkasan Entrepreneurs
Deputy Economy Minister Anar Akhundov met with entrepreneurs operating in the Ganja-Dashkasan economic region in Goranboy.
France will not cut fuel taxes despite record high prices
French authorities have no intention of lowering fuel taxes despite record prices. Finance Minister Roland Lescure attributed the refusal to the budget deficit.
Kazakhstan receives 3,000 annual transit permits from Turkish ports
Kazakhstan and Turkey have agreed on access for Kazakhstani truck operators to Turkish seaports. From 2026, the sides will exchange 3,000 permits annually.










