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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...
Official reception held at Gulustan Palace on the occasion of professional holiday of diplomatic service employees
APA
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Within the framework of the IX consultation of the heads of diplomatic service bodies on the topic “Azerbaijan’s foreign policy after the restoration of sovereignty: priorities and challenges,” an official reception and concert program were...
Narratives under fire: Azerbaijan pushes back against wartime disinformation
AzerNews
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July 8, 2025
By Elnur Enveroglu and Qabil Asshirov | AzerNEWS The recent 12-day military confrontation between Iran and Israel not only intensified tensions across the Middle East but also reverberated well beyond the region, affecting neighbouring states and...
Baku emerges as strategic platform for Eurasian cooperation at 17th ECO summit
News.Az
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Editor's note: Teymur Atayev is an Azerbaijani publicist, historian, political scientist, and host of the program "Aspects of Foreign Affairs" on the Azerbaijani CBC TV channel (broadcasts in Russian). The article expresses the personal opinion of...
South-Southism: Azerbaijan-Morocco’s Enduring Bridges in a Complex World
Morocco World News
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July 8, 2025
In an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, the cooperation between Azerbaijan and Morocco stands out as a testament to the power of strategic cooperation rooted in mutual respect, shared values, and a commitment to multilateralism....
"Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan" organized the delivery of a container train from China to Baku through Turkmenistan
Turkmenistan Golden Age
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July 8, 2025
The Open Joint Stock Company "Transport and Logistics Center of Turkmenistan" (TULM) arranged the dispatch of a test container train assembled in the Chinese city of Zhejiang, heading to the international seaport of Baku. According to the website...
Enter Visa-Free & Stay For 30 Days: Why China Is Looking To Woo Tourists From 74 Countries
News18
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July 8, 2025
Last Updated:July 08, 2025, 13:05 IST China woos tourists from 74 countries: More than 20 million foreign visitors entered without a visa in 2024 — almost one-third of the total and more than double from previous year China woos tourists from 74...
China welcomes tourists with expanded visa-free entry for 74 countries
Daily Times
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July 8, 2025
BEIJING – China has rolled out its most relaxed visa policy yet, now allowing citizens from 74 countries to enter without a visa for up to 30 days. This major shift aims to revive tourism and strengthen China’s global image following years of...
Azerbaijan gathers regional leaders for ECO summit
Xinhua News Agency
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BAKU, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Azerbaijan hosted the 17th Summit of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) on Friday, marking a historic gathering of leaders from across the region under the theme "New ECO Vision for a Sustainable and Climate...
Greece partially closes the Acropolis in Athens due to the heatwave Warnings for tourists
IPN
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July 8, 2025
On the occasion of the three-decade anniversary since Moldova became a member of the Council of Europe, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs hosted a symbolic event, during which it launched the thematic stamp “30 years since the Republic of Moldova...
Ayaz reaffirms Pakistan’s unwavering support for Azerbaijan
The Nation
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July 8, 2025
ISLAMABAD - Speaker National Assembly Sardar Ayaz Sadiq extended his profound gratitude for the warm reception accorded by President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and solemnly reaffirmed Pakistan’s unwavering and resolute support for the brotherly...
China sees foreign tourists return as visa-free policy expands to 74 countries
Firstpost
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July 8, 2025
Foreign tourists are slowly returning to China as the country relaxes its visa rules more than ever before. People from 74 countries can now visit China for up to 30 days without needing a visa — a big change from earlier restrictions, according...
Azerbaijan Hosts Landmark 17th ECO Summit in Karabakh, Charting a “New ECO Vision for a Sustainable and Climate Resilient Future”
News Central Asia
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July 4, 2025
The Republic of Azerbaijan, under the Chairmanship of President Ilham Aliyev, successfully hosted the 17th ECO Summit on July 3 and 4, 2025, in Khankendi, demonstrating its commitment to promoting regional cooperation and sustainable development....
China extends visa-free entry to over 70 countries to draw tourists
The Hindu
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July 8, 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...
World News | China Extends Visa-free Entry to over 70 Countries to Draw Tourists
Latestly
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July 8, 2025
Washington, Jul 8 (AP) 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...
China extends visa-free entry to more than 70 countries to draw tourists
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution - Georgia
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While most tourist sites are still packed with far more domestic tourists than foreigners, travel companies and tour guides are now bracing for a bigger influx in anticipation of summer holiday goers coming to China. “I’m practically overwhelmed...
Victims of Armenian occupation of Azerbaijani territories testify in court
Azertag
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July 7, 2025
Baku, July 7, AZERTAC On July 7, open court proceedings continued at the Baku Military Court in the case against citizens of the Republic of Armenia - Arayik Harutyunyan, Arkadi Ghukasyan, Bako Sahakyan, Davit Ishkhanyan, David Babayan, Levon...
ADA University hosts 9th meeting of Azerbaijani diplomatic service bodies
Azertag
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July 7, 2025
Baku, July 7, AZERTAC On July 7, ADA University hosted the 9th meeting of the Azerbaijani diplomatic service bodies, held under the theme “Azerbaijan’s Foreign Policy After the Restoration of Sovereignty: Priorities and Challenges.” Opening...
Azerbaijani President congratulates US President on Independence Day
APA
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President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has congratulated Donald Trump, President of the United States of America, on the occasion of Independence Day, APA reports. The letter reads: "On the occasion of the national holiday of the...
Azerbaijan sentences 19 in connection with January’s mass protests in Imishli
Open Caucasus Media
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July 4, 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...