The laboratory analysis conducted in the Experimental Test Centre (AzTest) at the State Committee for Standardization, Metrology and Patents (SCSMP) did not reveal the presence of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in agricultural plants, as well as the use of these materials in foods.
In SCSMP they told Turan that the trade network, sales outlets and markets were taken samples of products of 20 items, including rice, soybeans, corn, corn pickles, green peas, beans, cantaloupes, watermelons, cereals, potato chips, Italian ketchup, milky chocolate, etc.
The laboratory tests are partially completed. They have not given positive results.
According to the Law of AR "On food products," the use of GMOs in food production is prohibited. This activity, as well as import and sale of GMO products, is punishable by criminal law. ----08D
Economics
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S&P Global Ratings has revised its risk assessment of Azerbaijan’s banking sector, upgrading the outlook from "stable" to "positive."
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In recent days, there have been claims that bread prices in Azerbaijan have risen. Social media users report that the price of bread has increased by 5-10 qepiks. According to consumer complaints, it is difficult to find weight information on factory-produced bread, commonly known as "zavod çörəyi" in Azerbaijan. In many cases, bread packaging does not include weight details. Similarly, bread sold at smaller bakeries and tandir houses often lacks information apart from the price.
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A trilateral meeting of the foreign ministers, transport ministers, energy ministers, and heads of customs services of Russia, Iran, and Azerbaijan is set to take place soon to discuss the progress of the Rasht-Astara railway project, a key element of the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC). This was announced by Iran’s Ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali.
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Azerbaijan and Tatarstan continue to strengthen trade and economic cooperation, based on mutual interests in energy, mechanical engineering, petrochemicals, agriculture, and transport. Bilateral relations have shown steady growth, supported by regular visits of official delegations and participation in international economic forums.
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