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Azerbaijani movie to be screened to at film festival in Czech Republic
The International Documentary Film Festival will be held in Jihlava, Czech Republic, from October 24 to November 2, Azernews reports. Azerbaijan will be represented by director Matlab Mukhtarov's short documentary film "Palaces of Memory." The...

Photo Exhibition “Explore Azerbaijan” opens in Peru
Baku, October 17, AZERTAC A photo exhibition titled “Explore Azerbaijan” has opened in Kennedy Park, one of the most popular tourist destinations in Lima, the capital of Peru. The event was attended by Carlos Canales Anchorena, Mayor of the...

Obuda University in Hungary hosts event celebrating Azerbaijani culture
Budapest, October 17, AZERTAC A vibrant Azerbaijani cultural event was successfully held at Obuda University, bringing together students, academics, diplomats, and members of the Hungarian community. Organized jointly by the Azerbaijani House in...

China’s political pressure bars Taiwanese judges from the global judicial conference in Baku
China’s growing influence on international platforms has once again come under scrutiny after six Taiwanese judges were prevented from attending the International Association of Judges’ (IAJ) annual meeting in Baku, Azerbaijan. The Czech Judges’...

World News | China's Political Pressure Bars Taiwanese Judges from the Global Judicial Conference in Baku
Taipei [Taiwan], October 17 (ANI): China's growing influence on international platforms has once again come under scrutiny after six Taiwanese judges were prevented from attending the International Association of Judges' (IAJ) annual meeting in...

‘It was as good aged 61 as it had been at 16’: readers’ favourite trips as older travellers
Winning tip: rediscovering Interrail 45 years on I went Interrailing at 16 – so decided to do it again at 61! My wife and I bought our passes for all of Europe (under £500 for one-month unlimited rail trips) and it was great to rediscover the...

Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan promote Silk Road legacy in Europe
Baku, October 16, AZERTAC The Azerbaijan Tourism Board and the National PR Center of Uzbekistan have launched a series of events in Europe to promote the legacy of the Silk Road. The initiative aims to strengthen ties with partners in the European...

Nobu Hospitality announces new properties in Baku and Montenegro
Nobu Hospitality, the brand part-owned by Holywood legen Robert Di Niro, has announced the debut of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku along with the upcoming Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Montenegro, developed in partnership...

President Ilham Aliyev received credentials of newly appointed ambassador of Egypt to Azerbaijan VIDEO
Baku, October 16, AZERTAC On October 16, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received the credentials of Houssam-Eldine Reda, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt. The...

Film "The Odin Code" about Scandinavian-Azerbaijani cultural connections screened in Brussels
Stockholm, October 16, Nargiz Jafarli, AZERTAC A screening of the documentary film the Odin Code by Swedish director Mikael Silkeberg, exploring cultural ties between Scandinavia and Azerbaijan, took place at the Flagey Cultural Center in...

Nobu Hospitality Announces Dual Debut in Baku and Montenegro
Nobu Hospitality, the globally renowned luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residences brand proudly announces the debut of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku, along with the upcoming Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences...

Sri Lanka eases visa rules to attract more tourists this season
By Alimat Aliyeva Sri Lanka is set to launch several initiatives to enhance facilities and services for foreign visitors ahead of the upcoming tourist season, the President's Media Division (PMD) announced in a statement on Wednesday, Azernews...

Where can UAE travellers fly to in 2026
Where do travellers want to go? Expedia's latest Unpack '26 report reveals that UAE travellers are abandoning overcrowded tourist hotspots in favor of authentic, immersive experiences. The data is compelling: 81 per cent of UAE travellers say...

President Ilham Aliyev received credentials of newly appointed ambassador of Egypt to Azerbaijan
On October 16, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received the credentials of Houssam-Eldine Reda, the newly appointed Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Arab Republic of Egypt, APA reports. The ambassador...

Baku hosts international conference on “Shaping the Future of Wellness & Medical Tourism”
Baku, October 15, AZERTAC Organized by Azerbaijan State Tourism Agency, an international conference on the theme "Health Tourism Conference 2025: Shaping the Future of Wellness & Medical Tourism” was held in Baku. The event brough together 250...

What people of determination can expect when travelling through Dubai
What does it mean in today’s world to truly be inclusive and accessible for all? It’s a question Dubai Airports aims to answer as it works towards creating a travel experience where everyone feels supported from the moment they arrive. “The guest...

Nobu expands into Azerbaijan and Montenegro with two seaside resorts
Nobu Hospitality has announced two new developments in partnership with Sea Breeze Resort, unveiling plans for Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku in Azerbaijan and Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Montenegro. The dual expansion...

Champions League round 3 preview: Atlético travels to face English rivals again, European classic awaits at Santiago Bernabéu
The short distance between the two rounds of the Champions League is a time when fans of some teams take screenshots of the tournament standings and want the playoff lineup to be decided right now. For example, Qarabağ is in 6th place thanks to...

NOBU HOSPITALITY ANNOUNCES TWO NEW DESTINATIONS: BAKU AND MONTENEGRO
NEW YORK, Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nobu Hospitality, the globally renowned luxury lifestyle and iconic hotel, dining, and residences brand proudly announces the debut of Nobu Hotel, Restaurant, and Residences Baku, along with the upcoming...

Punjab CM welcomes Turkish, Azerbaijani Speakers
LAHORE - Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif warmly welcomed parliamentary delegations from Türkiye and Azerbaijan, led by the Speaker of the Grand National Assembly of Türkiye, Prof. Dr. Numan Kurtulmus, and the Speaker of Azerbaijan’s...