Strategic objectives of the national economy, the creation of industrial parks, the increase in crime and the issue of financial amnesty are the leading topics of today's press.
The official newspaper Azerbaijan writes the country is entering a post-oil period with a new economic model. The article discusses the way of economic development. The author argues that, to this end, a package of reforms has been prepared. He also refers to the strategic road map, considering that this paper works for the future. The author also says the draft state budget for 2017 has been prepared and submitted to President Ilham Aliyev.
The website Azadliq.info wonders for what money the industrial parks will be built. The author believes that to exit the crisis the government has not taken the necessary steps and the measures taken do not correspond to reality and are cosmetic in nature. Currently, the country is in serious search of finance. According to the expert Nemat Aliyev, the construction of industrial parks is more decorative. He believes it is necessary to eliminate the prevailing corruption in the country to achieve economic development. However, in Azerbaijan, the fight against corruption and monopoly seems unrealistic.
Novoye Vremya has published an article entitled Will Algeria Meeting Stabilize Oil Market? Within the framework of the International Energy Forum in Algiers on September 27-28, an informal meeting of OPEC and non-OPEC oil producers will discuss the issue of freezing oil production. How the economy of Azerbaijan will behave in the new oil rush conditions time will tell. But in order to insure the domestic economy from the adverse effects, to protect the manat from further decline and to ensure social protection of the population, economic reforms are urgently needed.
Bizim Yol writes about the rise in crime, while most of the crimes are committed by the unemployed. This opinion is based on information provided by the Interior Ministry in the first half of 2016. During this period, 14,251 crimes were registered. The number of crimes grew by 5.3%, compared with the same period last year. The article gives detailed figures of growth of various types of crime.
Yeni Musavat writes about the need for financial amnesty. The economist Gubad Ibadoglu notes that the population's deposits in banks have decreased significantly. In July, in comparison with January of this year, the amount of deposits decreased by 800 million AZN. The country has not developed a market for securities. The expert also notes that part of the funds taken from banks by the population flows abroad. Azerbaijan is facing with a daily growing need for investment. To achieve some positive changes, the expert believes financial and tax amnesty is required. -0-
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Azerbaijan's fastest mobile operator, "Bakcell", is the official event sponsor of the "Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2024", which will take place on September 13 to 15. To this effect, a sponsorship agreement for event has been signed between Bakcell and Baku City Circuit Operating Company.
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On September 13, light showers are expected in the Absheron Peninsula both in the morning and evening. The weather in Baku will be variable with northwestern winds. Daytime temperatures will range from +28 to +31°C, with humidity levels at 70-80% at night and 45-55% during the day.
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On the morning of September 11, residents of the village of Garagyuvndikli in the Imishli district blocked the Bakhramtepa-Beylagan highway. According to Radio Azadliq, the protesters included family members, relatives, and acquaintances of 11-year-old Rasim Khankishiyev, who went missing in December of last year. The protest was prompted by dissatisfaction with the progress of the investigation.
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Dry weather is expected in the country on September 12; there will be moderate from the northwest. Daytime temperatures will range from +28°C to +32°C. Humidity will be 70-75% at night and 40-45% during the day.
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