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President Sheikh Mohamed meets Azerbaijan leader as economic partnership agreed
The National News
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President Sheikh Mohamed on Wednesday held talks in Abu Dhabi with Ilham Aliyev, President of Azerbaijan, as the countries agreed a major trade deal aimed at spurring economic growth. The leaders discussed efforts to bolster bilateral ties in key...
UAE, Azerbaijan Presidents witness signing of CEPA
Gulf News
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The agreement aims to boost investment flows and unlock opportunities in vital sectors, including renewable energy, tourism, logistics, and construction services. It is also expected to enhance private sector collaboration, strengthen supply...
Turkic states discuss ways to expand tourism cooperation in Ankara
Azertag
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July 9, 2025
Ankara, July 9, AZERTAC The 10th Meeting of the Ministers in Charge of Tourism of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) was held in Ankara, Türkiye, on July 9. Azerbaijan was represented at the event by Fuad Naghiyev, Chairman of the State...
'Felt Helpless And Humiliated': Indian Tourist Alleges ‘Inhumane’ Treatment In Russia
News18
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July 9, 2025
Last Updated:July 09, 2025, 19:35 IST Amit Tanwar claimed "inhumane" treatment by Russian immigration officials after he and eight others were detained in Moscow despite valid documents. Amit Tanwar, who travelled to Russia on July 8 with 12 other...
UAE, Azerbaijan Pres witness signing of economic partnership
Sharjah24
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His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan stated that the CEPA reflects the UAE’s commitment to building global development partnerships that contribute to sustainable growth, promote peace and stability, and create opportunities for coming...
China Opens Up to More Tourists as the U.S. Under Trump Closes Itself Off
TIME Magazine
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July 9, 2025
As the U.S. under President Donald Trump increasingly closes itself off from the world, denying entry to tourists amid a crackdown on border controls and migration, its geopolitical rival China, which has long been known for its relative...
Treated like criminals: Indian tourist, held in Russia with others, seeks help
India Today
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July 9, 2025
An Indian tourist, who travelled to Moscow with 12 others, has alleged "inhumane" treatment by Russian immigration authorities, and claimed that nine of them were detained for hours without any explanation. Amit Tanwar narrated his ordeal in a...
Cultural heritage is a voice against hostile narratives, Iran tourism minister says
Tehran Times
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July 9, 2025
TEHRAN – In a press conference held on Tuesday afternoon, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, along with his deputies, addressed the ministry’s role in shaping cultural resilience during the...
Ankara crowned 'Tourism Capital of Turkic World' for 2026
Sabah
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July 9, 2025
Mehmet Nuri Ersoy, Türkiye’s minister of culture and tourism, announced that Ankara, the capital city of Türkiye, has been officially designated as the “Tourism Capital of the Turkic World" for the year 2026. This significant decision was made...
Abkhazian Cinema Fund head apologises for ‘provocative statements’ to Russian tourists
Open Caucasus Media
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July 9, 2025
Join the voices Aliyev wants to silence. For over eight years, OC Media has worked with fearless journalists from Azerbaijan — some of whom now face decades behind bars — to bring you the stories the regime is afraid will get out. Help us fuel...
Official reception held to celebrate diplomatic service employees’ professional holiday
Azertag
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July 9, 2025
Baku, July 9, AZERTAC On July 8, an official reception and concert program were held at Gulustan Palace on the occasion of the professional holiday of the diplomatic service employees of Azerbaijan. The reception was attended by the leadership of...
10th Meeting of Culture and Tourism Ministers of Turkic States held in Ankara
AzerNews
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July 9, 2025
Today, the 10th Meeting of Culture and Tourism Ministers of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) is taking place in Ankara, Turkiye, Azernews reports. The event is being hosted by the Turkish Ministry of Culture and Tourism, with participation...
Level Up Your Summer in Azerbaijan: Quick Guide to a Fun-filled Sunny Holiday
Wego Travel Blog
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July 8, 2025
Updated July 2025 Have you ever dreamed of a summer where ancient legends meet seaside sunsets? Azerbaijan might be the escape you’ve been waiting for. This sunny season, beachgoers, mountain adventurers, and music lovers are welcome to explore...
Azerbaijan participates in key UNESCO heritage session in Paris
AzerNews
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July 6, 2025
The 47th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee has officially opened with bureau meetings at the organization’s headquarters. Azernews reports via AzerTag that Azerbaijan is participating in the session. Running until July 16, the session...
China extends visa-free entry to 74 countries to draw tourists
The Gleaner
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July 9, 2025
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels. Citizens from 74 countries can now enter China for up to 30 days without a visa, a big jump from previous regulations. The government...
Beijing extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries to draw tourists
Macau Daily Times
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July 9, 2025
Foreign tourists are trickling back to China after the country loosened its visa policy to unprecedented levels. Citizens from 74 countries can now enter China for up to 30 days without a visa, a big jump from previous regulations. The government...
20 injured as minibus overturns in Azerbaijan
News.Az
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A serious road traffic incident took place today along the 22nd kilometer of the Aghdam-Fuzuli highway, where a Ford-branded passenger minibus overturned, leaving 20 individuals injured, News.Az reports citing the Ministry of Internal Affairs. All...
Azerbaijan’s message from Khankendi: stability, prosperity, and regional leadership
AzerNews
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July 6, 2025
The recent Economic Cooperation Organisation (ECO) summit held in Khankendi was far more than a routine diplomatic gathering. It was a bold and deliberate signal from Azerbaijan, a country once caught in the throes of protracted conflict, that it...
Azerbaijan to resetle 6,000 people in Khidirli village of Aghdam-PHOTO
APA
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July 6, 2025
A total of 6,000 people will be resettled in Khidirli village of Aghdam, said Leyla Sarabi, head of the public relations department of the Reconstruction, Construction, and Management Service for the Aghdam, Fuzuli, and Khojavend districts, during...
Azerbaijan’s State Tourism Agency Is on a Mission to Boost the Country’s Travel Appeal
The Good Men Project - California
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June 29, 2025
By Arzu Geybullayeva The initiative by Azerbaijan’s state tourism agency launched earlier this year is not surprising, given the government’s long history of footing hefty bills for image boosts. Whether hosting the Eurovision song contest,...