Presidential decree: social protection of deminers in Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan has introduced new state fees for forensic examination services ranging from 200 to 2,000 manats, under a cabinet decision signed by Prime Minister Ali Asadov, raising concerns about affordability for low-income citizens.

By a decree of the President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, dated March 31, 2026, amendments to the Law of the Republic of Azerbaijan “On Patents” have entered into force. The amendments to the law were adopted by the Milli Majlis on February 10, 2026.

Ilham Aliyev signed decrees on Tuesday approving agreements to expand Azerbaijan’s cooperation in science and higher education with Morocco and Syria, the presidential administration said.

Iran will introduce fees for vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, a senior lawmaker said on Monday, as the United States intensifies preparations for potential ground operations in the Gulf.