Press Review December 21, 2017
The course of reforms in the country, rising unemployment, and the authorities' hostility to criticism are the leading topics of today's press.
The newspaper Azerbaijan publishes an article by MP Tahir Mirkishili about the country's entry into a period of rapid development. He believes that the year 2017 was significant from an economic point of view. According to the indicators of 9 months of this year, for the first time in two years the surplus in the non-oil sector decreased by $ 200 million. Macroeconomic stability is ensured, the MP believes. Then he shares his expectations for 2018.
The website Azadliq.info published an article titled Why Did Aliyev's Assistants Fuss? The author concerns the criticism of the Finansial Times" publication by the official Baku.
It speaks of the hereditary dictatorship, the bribery of MEPs, and the violation of human rights in the country.
However, the article does not say anything new - everyone knows about this. Nevertheless, Azerbaijani officials accuse this publication of anti-Azerbaijani policies, bias, creation of international tension and other sins. They continue to assert that Azerbaijan is following the path of democracy and is a country of stability, security and tolerance.
The newspaper Novoye Vremya published an article titled There Will Not Be Jobs for All, Especially for Youth. The Minister of Labor and Social Protection Salim Muslimov said that in 2003-2017, 1.9 million new jobs were created in Azerbaijan, 1.4 million of which, or 74%, are permanent.
By 2025, another 450,000 jobs are planned to be opened in the country, which will be 50 thousand per year, he said. The number of young people who reached the age of 18 in 2017-2025 is 2.5 times more than the number of new jobs. -0-----
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For years, the receding waters of the Caspian Sea have been a pressing concern for hydrologists and the general public alike. In Azerbaijan, the significant decrease in the sea's surface has become evident through the shallowing of the seabed in Sumgayit and along Baku's marine boulevard. However, recent weather patterns have brought a glimmer of hope.
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On Sunday, 19 May, variable cloudiness is expected in Baku and Absheron Peninsula, mostly without precipitation, moderate south-west wind will blow. Air temperature will be +10 +13° at night and +16 +20° during the day, the National Hydrometeorology Service reported.
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During the day of 17 May, 22 cases of theft of money from bank cards by cybercrime were recorded in Azerbaijan.
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The country's leading telecommunications company granted the opportunity for 10 students to participate in the summer internship program at the company. Azercell participated in ADA University's Employability Week. During the week, students took part in seminars, final assessments, and interviews organized by the mobile operator. As a result, 10 students were selected and granted the opportunity to participate in Azercell's summer internship program. This internship will provide students with practical skills and an introduction to the telecommunications industry.
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