Azadlig comments on the National Action Plan for 2016-2018 signed by Ilham Aliyev. The newspaper believes the case will not go further than the words written on paper and the document only gives the appearance of activity. The article says the biggest achievement of the government for its 23 years in power is ASAN Khidmet (Fast Services for the Population). Therefore, in order to achieve success not only national action plans, but also political will is required.
Echo reports that the number of Salafis in Azerbaijan has reached a dangerous level. There are thousands of them, concentrated in Baku, Sumgait and the northern parts of the country.
The expert Rafig Aliyev regards the prospects of this religious movement, and he does not exclude that the Salafis plan to destabilize the situation in the country. They are waiting in the wings, and the government knows it.
Another expert Kamil Salimov claims that among Salafis it is difficult to find financially needy people. The government also controls the financial investment in their structure. Wahhabism is funded by Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the UAE.
Bizim Yol brings to the agenda the issue of the disappearance of required medications from the pharmacies. Such a situation arose after the government's decision to regulate the prices of medicines.
The renowned physician Adil Geybulla proposes to include several constantly used drugs into a special register.
The expert Natig Jafarli says that nowhere in the world the government interferes in the affairs of the market. The government should provide a presence of a sufficient amount of drug companies in the country and ensure their healthy competition.
In his opinion, it is necessary to introduce compulsory medical insurance in Azerbaijan. In addition, the government should reduce the tax and customs duties.
Yeni Musavat publishes comments by the economist Gubad Ibadoglu on a new wave of USD rise and the possible consequences. The National Bank continues to adjust the rate of the manat, which is not related to economic policy.
Gubadoglu believes the authorities want to strengthen the manat and increase confidence in it, but such administrative measures will not be fruitful.
Supermarkets have already reported about the upcoming price hike. If the government does not respond to this with real measures, the retail chain will raise prices. –0--
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As part of its social project competition “Empowering Lives: Women’s Support Program”, Azercell, in collaboration with one of the contest winners, “Balans” Public Association, has successfully implemented a program in Sheki to foster women’s entrepreneurship and employment opportunities.
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The newly signed State Program for the Improvement of Transport Infrastructure in Baku and Surrounding Areas for 2025-2030 has already sparked discussions. The document outlines the organization of government agencies, educational, and healthcare institutions based on a flexible work schedule.
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As a result of heavy rains some districts of Lankaran city, as well as Girdeni, Kosalar and Shilevar villages have been flooded, the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Azerbaijan reports.
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The National Hydrometeorological Service of Azerbaijan has forecast variable precipitation in Baku and the Absheron Peninsula on February 7, with strong northwesterly winds prevailing.
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