Azerbaijan and Belarus Align Their Watches Ahead of High-Level Visit

In recent years, relations between the Russian Federation and the Republic of Azerbaijan have deepened, supported by a solid legal framework comprising more than 170 agreements, according to economist Gubad Ibadoglu.

In the first eight months of 2024, Azerbaijan experienced a significant increase in international tourism, with 1,748,032 foreign tourists visiting the country—30% more than in the same period last year. This notable growth in foreign arrivals signals the strengthening of Azerbaijan's position as a tourist destination, although it still lags behind neighboring Georgia, which continues to dominate the tourism business in the South Caucasus.

Chairman of the State Committee for Urban Planning and Architecture Anar Guliyev, revealed ambitious plans for the new Istisu settlement on social media, following the foundation-laying ceremony attended by President Ilham Aliyev in Kalbajar on September 2, 2024.

As previously reported, the Istisu Mineral Water Plant was inaugurated on September 2, 2024, marking a significant advancement in Azerbaijan’s mineral water industry. President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva attended the opening of this cutting-edge facility, which blends modern technology with a deep-seated tradition in mineral water production.