Communications as Sovereignty: Why Azerbaijan’s Digital Future Depends on Human Capital

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has approved a set of new regulations on April 3 governing the country’s diplomatic service, in a move that reflects Baku’s effort to institutionally strengthen its growing international presence amid expanding foreign policy activity.

A meeting of prime ministers from the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Baku on April 2 underscored both unity and divergence in the bloc’s response to escalating tensions around Iran, as leaders issued a joint statement condemning attacks linked to Iranian territory while calling for de-escalation and respect for sovereignty.

Masoud Pezeshkian, president of Iran, held a phone call with Ilham Aliyev, the leader of Azerbaijan, on April 2, as both sides signaled support for de-escalation following weeks of heightened regional tensions.

Russian media have reported the spread of foot-and-mouth disease among livestock in several regions of the country. According to these reports, the main outbreak zone is Siberia. Azerbaijan imports beef from Russia, which accounts for approximately 20% of total beef imports. Experts recommend that Azerbaijan exercise caution in importing beef from Russia.