The growing number of self-financing entities, the failure of economic policy, the recent decision of the Tariff Council, and evaluation of changes in legislation are the leading topics of today's press.
The Azerbaijan newspaper writes about the growth of self-financing entities to 5 units. The author recalls that in 2015-16 seven cities and districts do not receive state subsidies. Their number will reach 34 in 2017.
The website Azadliq.info discusses with experts the statement the chief banker of the country Elman Rustamov, who said the country’s situation is difficult, but not disastrous. In 1990s, the situation was much worse, Rustamov said. The author gives expert opinion on the statements of Rustamov.
The Echo newspaper published an article about the forecasted increase in the gas and electricity rates. "This decision of the Tariff Council will have psychological and economic consequences, said economist Gubad Ibadoglu. According to him, all products, in the cost of which the cost of gas and electricity is included, will rise. The main blow will be on the production of bread and bakery products, and transportation working on electricity and gas.
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On Sunday, December 22, changeable cloudy weather is expected in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula. Drizzle is possible during the night and morning in some areas of the peninsula. Moderate southwest winds will prevail. The air temperature will be 5-8°C at night and 9-11°C during the day, according to the National Hydrometeorological Service of the Ministry of Ecology.
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Baku, often called the "Caucasian Dubai," is increasingly known for systematic violations of residents' housing rights. During urban renovations and the construction of elegant new buildings, thousands of families in Azerbaijan’s capital have been unlawfully deprived of their homes. Many, recognizing the futility of resistance, settle for inadequate monetary compensation for their irreplaceable property. A minority, placing faith in the Housing Code, demand fair compensation from construction companies but often lose everything—both their homes and any form of recompense.
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Azerbaijani team prepares to compete in three prestigious international Olympiads The preparation of young programmers representing Azerbaijan in international Olympiads continues successfully. In collaboration with Azercell, the Ministry of Science and Education, and the Institute of Education, the latest “Informatics Camp” was held at the Baku Higher Oil School.
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Last night, three earthquakes occurred along the Armenia-Azerbaijan border with magnitudes of 4.8, 3.0, and 3.8, according to the Republican Center for Seismological Service of the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. The Ministry of Emergency Situations reported no information about any destruction or casualties as a result of the earthquakes.
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