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Azerbaijan offers highly exciting prospects from an economic point of view - German Chancellor

17:37 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Baku hosts key talks on expanding Azerbaijan–China strategic partnership

17:37 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Kyrgyzstan continues electricity imports despite hydropower potential

17:36 (UTC+04) Green Economy Materials
Germany attaches great importance to expanding relations with Azerbaijan - Chancellor

17:36 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Mexican publication highlights Azerbaijan’s diaspora policy

17:32 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Uzbekistan dismisses ambassador to Belarus over weak investment performance

17:23 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan boosts livestock sector after census exposes gaps

17:01 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders new measures to curb inflation

16:57 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Crude oil accounts for the main part of Azerbaijan's exports to Germany - President Ilham Aliyev

16:50 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
German–Azerbaijani cooperation is of great importance regarding connectivity and transit capabilities - President Ilham Aliyev

16:48 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
We also need peace, security, and stability in the South Caucasus - German Chancellor

16:34 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Azerbaijan offers very interesting prospects for Germany from economic standpoint - Friedrich Merz

16:24 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Germany and Azerbaijan have been significantly affected by major wars - Federal Chancellor

16:21 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Germany-Azerbaijan relations are developing dynamically - Friedrich Merz

16:21 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
President Ilham Aliyev touches upon relations with the European Union at press conference

16:17 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
We want to further diversify our energy cooperation with Azerbaijan - Friedrich Merz

16:17 (UTC+04) Azerbaijan Materials
Azerbaijan is determined to deliver its green energy to Europe in the future as well - President Ilham Aliyev

16:16 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Specific action plans have been drawn up in many areas — President Ilham Aliyev

16:13 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Specific proposals were put forward regarding the operations of German companies in Azerbaijan - President Ilham Aliyev

16:09 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Azerbaijani-German relations will contribute to cooperation and peace throughout our region - President Ilham Aliyev

16:08 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
I am confident that the documents signed today will elevate our relations to a new level - President Ilham Aliyev

16:07 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Gas flows through Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum pipeline rise 1.8% in first half

16:04 (UTC+04) Oil&Gas Materials
President Ilham Aliyev and Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz make press statements (PHOTO)

15:55 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Azerbaijan-Germany documents signed in Berlin (PHOTO)

15:54 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Uzbekistan seeks World Bank funding to ease rail freight bottlenecks

15:51 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Mirziyoyev orders program to strengthen Uzbek national brands

15:44 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
UN chief calls for inclusive global governance of artificial intelligence in Shanghai

15:38 (UTC+04) World Materials
President Mirziyoyev seeks to unlock exports from 208 enterprises

15:33 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan targets idle assets, stronger export growth

15:28 (UTC+04) Finance Materials
Uzbekistan unveils $8.3 billion privatization program

15:11 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Mirziyoyev pushes to slash bureaucracy for Uzbek businesses

15:04 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan eyes $8B energy overhaul as losses persist

14:55 (UTC+04) Green Economy Materials
Azerbaijan's Hajigabul Industrial Park surpasses 11,000 vehicles in output (PHOTO)

14:49 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan targets rising production costs at major state enterprises

14:49 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan, FAO discuss expanding agricultural innovation partnership

14:32 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Ilham Aliyev holds one-on-one meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

14:29 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Berlin hosts official welcome ceremony for President Ilham Aliyev (PHOTO)

14:28 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
President Mirziyoyev says Uzbekistan posts 8.5% first-half economic growth

14:25 (UTC+04) Finance Materials
Burkina Faso shares details of newly inked MoU with Baku Initiative Group

14:12 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Turkmenistan coordinates seasonal agricultural activities across regions

13:47 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan, Israel discuss technology co-op and innovation projects

13:21 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Record power demand tests Uzbekistan's electricity system

13:09 (UTC+04) Construction Materials
Azerbaijan and Global Fund explore future cooperation paths (PHOTO)

12:57 (UTC+04) Society Materials
President Ilham Aliyev and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier hold expanded meeting (PHOTO)

12:56 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Tajikistan's President Rahmon, Mongolian PM look to strengthen bilateral economic ties

12:50 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Azerbaijan and Germany set to sign joint declaration

12:40 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Tajikistan, Mongolia seek to boost trade, expand alliance after summit

12:35 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Turkmen Balkan region prepares for autumn sowing campaign and new projects

12:30 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kyrgyz President orders daily reporting on energy situation

12:25 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Turkmenistan reviews agricultural activities and regional dev't projects

12:21 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Tajikistan, Mongolia turn political dialogue toward investment

12:19 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Kyrgyzstan to expand apartment housing in rural areas

12:15 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Kyrgyzstan to tighten land allocation rules for investors

12:13 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Uzbekistan, India target stronger trade and investment links

12:04 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Kyrgyzstan reveals how much its territory expanded following state border clarification

12:01 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
UN Resident Coordinator presents credentials to President of Turkmenistan

11:55 (UTC+04) Turkmenistan Materials
Kyrgyzstan does not sell land allocated for investment projects, Sadyr Japarov says

11:54 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Azerbaijan and IMF discuss cooperation issues (PHOTO)

11:48 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Ilham Aliyev and President of Germany hold one-on-one meeting (PHOTO/VIDEO)

11:43 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Kazakhstan and Kenya discuss trade, logistics and agricultural cooperation

11:38 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
China's CFES explores ATM, payment terminal production in Uzbekistan

11:32 (UTC+04) Finance Materials
Azerbaijan Airlines adds fourth aircraft to its fleet this year (PHOTO)

11:32 (UTC+04) Tourism Materials
New German ambassador starts diplomatic mission in Azerbaijan

11:28 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
KIA Qazaqstan to expand local component production after output growth

11:25 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Tajikistan, Mongolia sign package of bilateral cooperation agreements

11:23 (UTC+04) Tajikistan Materials
Azerbaijan's ABADA reports absence of serious problems in road transport coverage

11:13 (UTC+04) Business Materials
President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to King of the Belgians

11:09 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan launch debut e-TIR pilot transport (PHOTO)

11:03 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan plans production of automotive body components using local steel

10:56 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijan's ABADA reveals 34% growth in international cargo shipments

10:49 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Kazakhstan outlines priorities for automotive industry development

10:39 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Tajikistan and Mongolia strengthen cooperation across key sectors

10:33 (UTC+04) Tajikistan Materials
President Ilham Aliyev congratulates new Prime Minister of UK

10:29 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
FESCO sees Uzbekistan as key hub in Central Asia logistics strategy (Exclusive)

10:24 (UTC+04) Transport Materials
Iran's IRGC reports strike on U.S. company's data center in Bahrain

10:19 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Kazakhstan to expand BYD vehicle production with local assembly project

10:16 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan to begin production of 'Astana' buses in November 2026

10:10 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijani oil elevates in price

09:50 (UTC+04) Oil&Gas Materials
Uzbekistan, Belarus review progress on nuclear power plant project

09:42 (UTC+04) Construction Materials
TuranBank’s Ganja branch relocates to new premises (PHOTO)

09:39 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan aims to reduce shadow economy share to 13.8% of GDP by 2028

09:39 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijani currency to world currency rates for July 21

09:36 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Russia, Turkmenistan discuss bilateral ties and CIS agenda ahead of summits

09:30 (UTC+04) Central Asia Materials
Iran releases currency exchange rates for July 21

09:23 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan plans new vehicle production projects and AI integration by 2028

09:22 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kyrgyzstan boosts exports of insulating glass units to EAEU

09:17 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Tajikistan and Mongolia enter a new phase of bilateral cooperation

09:00 (UTC+04) Tajikistan Materials
Eurasia’s cargo trade adopts multi-corridor strategy - ITF (Exclusive)

08:10 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Turkmenistan reports 64.5% rise in LPG production in 6M2026

07:18 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Türkiye’s total economic turnover jumps 32.9% annually in May 2026

06:17 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Two oil tankers hit mines near Strait of Hormuz

06:01 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Kazakhstan expands regional dev't through infrastructure and PPP projects

05:21 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan's ICT services sector expands 22% in 5M2026

04:09 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijan announces volume of electricity imports from Russia

03:13 (UTC+04) Oil&Gas Materials
Uzbekistan's housing market surges nearly 50% in 1Q2026

02:19 (UTC+04) Finance Materials
Kyrgyzstan expands trade with Belarus in 5M2026

01:22 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
U.S. launches another round of strikes on Iran

00:29 (UTC+04) World Materials
Kazakhstan transit freight jumps 24% in H1 2026 as Middle Corridor expands

00:19 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kyrgyzstan expands glass container exports across EAEU

20 July 23:49 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Kyrgyzstan's trade with Russia maintains upward momentum

20 July 23:17 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
President Ilham Aliyev meets with Chairman of Eastern Committee of German Economy Michael Harms (PHOTO/VIDEO)

20 July 22:39 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Azerbaijan exports $3.1 million of gas to Iran as bilateral trade resumes

20 July 22:16 (UTC+04) Oil&Gas Materials
Iran banks increase agricultural lending 111%

20 July 21:32 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
President Ilham Aliyev arrives in Germany for official visit (PHOTO/VIDEO)

20 July 21:29 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Kazakhstan adds new locomotives for Middle Corridor railway expansion

20 July 20:26 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan, Belarus deepen cooperation on nuclear energy project

20 July 20:08 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijani MoD’s military police delegation visits Türkiye (PHOTO)

20 July 19:38 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Kyrgyzstan deepens trade ties with Kazakhstan amid broad economic growth

20 July 19:24 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Kazakhstan oil output growth boosts focus on refining and export routes

20 July 18:27 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Iran's IRGC claims three-phase strikes on U.S. military positions across region

20 July 18:12 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Kazakhstan pushes winter procurement to improve bitumen supply

20 July 17:37 (UTC+04) Construction Materials
Turkmenistan launches int'l tender for digital social protection system

20 July 17:26 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kyrgyzstan expands safety glass exports across EAEU

20 July 17:25 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
US Ambassador Elizabeth Rood completes diplomatic tenure in Turkmenistan

20 July 17:19 (UTC+04) Turkmenistan Materials
Azerbaijan’s musical talent receives high praise at Slavic Bazaar in Belarus (PHOTO/VIDEO)

20 July 17:09 (UTC+04) World Materials
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan agree to fast-track bilateral projects

20 July 17:05 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kyrgyzstan expands precious metal ore exports to EAEU

20 July 16:39 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan to convene business forum to boost investment

20 July 16:28 (UTC+04) Business Materials
Azerbaijan highlights cultural heritage initiatives at UNESCO World Heritage Committee session (PHOTO/VIDEO)

20 July 16:13 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Iran remains committed to Islamabad memorandum - President Pezeshkian

20 July 16:07 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Azerbaijan parliament speaker meets Uzbekistan's prosecutor general (PHOTO)

20 July 16:04 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
China Eastern Airlines to launch direct Astana-Shanghai flights in 2026

20 July 15:50 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijan justice minister meets Pakistan's law minister to deepen legal cooperation (PHOTO)

20 July 15:46 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Azerbaijan's Chamber of Accounts moves to AI-based audit system - official (VIDEO)

20 July 15:46 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
SOCAR and Haimaker.ai progress on sovereign AI infrastructure agenda (Exclusive)

20 July 15:34 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan, India eye closer coordination beyond bilateral ties

20 July 15:33 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Bir partners with UnionPay, strengthening Azerbaijan’s global payments connectivity

20 July 15:28 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijan Army Special Forces join counterterrorism exercise in Jordan

20 July 15:24 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Kazakhstan launches expansion of Almaty-Bishkek highway

20 July 15:19 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia discuss expanding cooperation across key sectors

20 July 15:12 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Azerbaijan to launch $10.2 million electricity infrastructure projects

20 July 15:09 (UTC+04) Oil&Gas Materials
President of Tajikistan arrives on an official state visit to Mongolia

20 July 15:04 (UTC+04) Central Asia Materials
Azerbaijan aims to increase number of startups entering global markets

20 July 14:34 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan’s foreign-invested enterprise network reaches new milestone

20 July 14:25 (UTC+04) Finance Materials
Kyrgyzstan launches new ADB-backed affordable housing initiative

20 July 14:16 (UTC+04) Kyrgyzstan Materials
Belarusian companies discuss export opportunities in Turkmenistan market

20 July 14:11 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Russia’s Nordwind expands air connectivity with Uzbekistan via Kazan route

20 July 14:06 (UTC+04) Transport Materials
Azerbaijan approves Action Plan for Implementation of Employment Strategy for 2026–2030

20 July 14:00 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
President Ilham Aliyev congratulates King of Spain on victory in 2026 World Cup

20 July 13:52 (UTC+04) Politics Materials
Turkmenistan expands merchant fleet to support Caspian transport corridors

20 July 13:51 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan boosts efforts to deliver strategic Zhanaozen gas plant by 2027

20 July 13:48 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Solar-powered "Book Stop" opens in the heart of Shusha (PHOTO)

20 July 13:43 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Azerbaijan reaffirms commitment to preserving cultural heritage at UNESCO's World Heritage Committee

20 July 13:40 (UTC+04) Society Materials
Uzbekistan, Iran expand talks on trade, investment, and strategic co-op

20 July 13:36 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan reviews employment conditions for workers at Belarus' MAZ

20 July 13:32 (UTC+04) Construction Materials
Turkmenistan proposes Ashgabat Climate Dialogue, new climate co-op framework

20 July 13:18 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Drone strike halts Kazakh oil loadings at CPC marine terminal

20 July 12:58 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Turkmenistan modernizes Turkmenhimiya plants to boost chemical exports

20 July 12:55 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Iran, Oman work on mechanisms to ensure security in Strait of Hormuz

20 July 12:54 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Iran expects IAEA to state position on attack on nuclear facility – spokesperson

20 July 12:40 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Iran rules out hostility toward regional countries amid tensions with U.S.

20 July 12:34 (UTC+04) Iran Materials
Azerbaijan Сentral Bank, Chartered Insurance Institute establish strategic partnership

20 July 12:27 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Turkmenistan launches agricultural preparations for grain and cotton cycles

20 July 12:23 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Turkmenistan approves equipment procurement deal with Germany’s Vietz GmbH

20 July 11:43 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan expands toll road network with new routes and transport upgrades

20 July 11:37 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
New digital check-in service introduced for passengers on Baku - Nakhchivan - Baku route

20 July 11:24 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Commission-free cash withdrawal campaign on Yelo installment cards!

20 July 10:36 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Kazakhstan’s Passenger Transportation receives four ISO certifications

20 July 10:27 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Uzbekistan and APSTAR discuss expansion of satellite communication services

20 July 10:14 (UTC+04) Economy Materials
Yelzhan Otinshiyev appointed Chairman of Kazakhstan Temir Zholy

20 July 09:42 (UTC+04) Economy Materials

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Azerbaijan offers highly exciting prospects from an economic point of view - German Chancellor

Baku hosts key talks on expanding Azerbaijan–China strategic partnership

Kyrgyzstan continues electricity imports despite hydropower potential

Germany attaches great importance to expanding relations with Azerbaijan - Chancellor

Mexican publication highlights Azerbaijan’s diaspora policy

Uzbekistan dismisses ambassador to Belarus over weak investment performance

Uzbekistan boosts livestock sector after census exposes gaps

President Shavkat Mirziyoyev orders new measures to curb inflation

Crude oil accounts for the main part of Azerbaijan's exports to Germany - President Ilham Aliyev

German–Azerbaijani cooperation is of great importance regarding connectivity and transit capabilities - President Ilham Aliyev

We also need peace, security, and stability in the South Caucasus - German Chancellor

Azerbaijan offers very interesting prospects for Germany from economic standpoint - Friedrich Merz

Germany and Azerbaijan have been significantly affected by major wars - Federal Chancellor

Germany-Azerbaijan relations are developing dynamically - Friedrich Merz

President Ilham Aliyev touches upon relations with the European Union at press conference

We want to further diversify our energy cooperation with Azerbaijan - Friedrich Merz

Azerbaijan is determined to deliver its green energy to Europe in the future as well - President Ilham Aliyev

Specific action plans have been drawn up in many areas — President Ilham Aliyev

Specific proposals were put forward regarding the operations of German companies in Azerbaijan - President Ilham Aliyev

Azerbaijani-German relations will contribute to cooperation and peace throughout our region - President Ilham Aliyev

I am confident that the documents signed today will elevate our relations to a new level - President Ilham Aliyev

Gas flows through Baku-Tbilisi-Erzurum pipeline rise 1.8% in first half

President Ilham Aliyev and Federal Chancellor Friedrich Merz make press statements (PHOTO)

Azerbaijan-Germany documents signed in Berlin (PHOTO)

Uzbekistan seeks World Bank funding to ease rail freight bottlenecks

President Mirziyoyev orders program to strengthen Uzbek national brands

UN chief calls for inclusive global governance of artificial intelligence in Shanghai

President Mirziyoyev seeks to unlock exports from 208 enterprises

Uzbekistan targets idle assets, stronger export growth

Uzbekistan unveils $8.3 billion privatization program

President Mirziyoyev pushes to slash bureaucracy for Uzbek businesses

Uzbekistan eyes $8B energy overhaul as losses persist

Azerbaijan's Hajigabul Industrial Park surpasses 11,000 vehicles in output (PHOTO)

Uzbekistan targets rising production costs at major state enterprises

Uzbekistan, FAO discuss expanding agricultural innovation partnership

President Ilham Aliyev holds one-on-one meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz

Berlin hosts official welcome ceremony for President Ilham Aliyev (PHOTO)

President Mirziyoyev says Uzbekistan posts 8.5% first-half economic growth

Burkina Faso shares details of newly inked MoU with Baku Initiative Group

Turkmenistan coordinates seasonal agricultural activities across regions

Kazakhstan, Israel discuss technology co-op and innovation projects

Record power demand tests Uzbekistan's electricity system

Azerbaijan and Global Fund explore future cooperation paths (PHOTO)

President Ilham Aliyev and German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier hold expanded meeting (PHOTO)

Tajikistan's President Rahmon, Mongolian PM look to strengthen bilateral economic ties

Azerbaijan and Germany set to sign joint declaration

Tajikistan, Mongolia seek to boost trade, expand alliance after summit

Turkmen Balkan region prepares for autumn sowing campaign and new projects

Kyrgyz President orders daily reporting on energy situation

Turkmenistan reviews agricultural activities and regional dev't projects

Tajikistan, Mongolia turn political dialogue toward investment

Kyrgyzstan to expand apartment housing in rural areas

Kyrgyzstan to tighten land allocation rules for investors

Uzbekistan, India target stronger trade and investment links

Kyrgyzstan reveals how much its territory expanded following state border clarification

UN Resident Coordinator presents credentials to President of Turkmenistan

Kyrgyzstan does not sell land allocated for investment projects, Sadyr Japarov says

Azerbaijan and IMF discuss cooperation issues (PHOTO)

President Ilham Aliyev and President of Germany hold one-on-one meeting (PHOTO/VIDEO)

Kazakhstan and Kenya discuss trade, logistics and agricultural cooperation

China's CFES explores ATM, payment terminal production in Uzbekistan

Azerbaijan Airlines adds fourth aircraft to its fleet this year (PHOTO)

New German ambassador starts diplomatic mission in Azerbaijan

KIA Qazaqstan to expand local component production after output growth

Tajikistan, Mongolia sign package of bilateral cooperation agreements

Azerbaijan's ABADA reports absence of serious problems in road transport coverage

President Ilham Aliyev sends congratulatory letter to King of the Belgians

Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan launch debut e-TIR pilot transport (PHOTO)

Kazakhstan plans production of automotive body components using local steel

Azerbaijan's ABADA reveals 34% growth in international cargo shipments

Kazakhstan outlines priorities for automotive industry development

Tajikistan and Mongolia strengthen cooperation across key sectors

President Ilham Aliyev congratulates new Prime Minister of UK

FESCO sees Uzbekistan as key hub in Central Asia logistics strategy (Exclusive)

Iran's IRGC reports strike on U.S. company's data center in Bahrain

Kazakhstan to expand BYD vehicle production with local assembly project

Kazakhstan to begin production of 'Astana' buses in November 2026

Azerbaijani oil elevates in price

Uzbekistan, Belarus review progress on nuclear power plant project