The development of sericulture in Sheki, the level of fulfillment of consumer demands, and miscalculations in privatization are the leading topics of today's press.
The newspaper Azerbaijan writes about the development of silkworm breeding in Sheki. Noting that sericulture has always been the main occupation in Sheki, the author goes into the history of the matter, and also considers the reasons for the decline of this area of agriculture.
After the decision to revive this sphere, sericulture is experiencing a splash. So, in 2016 the production of cocoon was 8.5 tons, and this year it has been brought up to 18 tons. The main task is to achieve the collection of 500 tons of cocoon.
The Novoye Vremya newspaper writes that experts say that rising oil prices spur consumer inflation. Azerbaijan imports various products, including food, for billions of manat.
The situation with inflation in Azerbaijan does not inspire serious fears yet, especially in comparison with last year. According to the State Statistics Committee, prices for goods and services increased by 3.5% in January-April. Prices for food products rose by 3.7%, non-food products - by 4.1% and services to the population - by 2.8%.
The website Musavat.com discusses the topic of the benefits of privatization.
On June 27, the next auction of the State Property Committee, which provides for the privatization of 114 objects of state property, will take place. Of these, 24 are joint-stock companies, 23 are non-residential areas, 31 are small state-owned enterprises and facilities, and 36 are vehicles. -0---
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The closure of Azerbaijan's land borders was discussed during the parliamentary session on November 25. While the government’s decision cites the coronavirus pandemic as the main reason—despite the World Health Organization declaring its end last year—Zahid Oruj, Chair of the Human Rights Committee in the Milli Majlis, pointed to other factors. He stated, "Opening the borders could result in an influx of hundreds of thousands of non-Azerbaijani refugees due to the Russia-Ukraine war. Additionally, in Iran, many are prepared to cross into Azerbaijan to safeguard their lives and assets amid military strikes. Such waves of refugees could lead to humanitarian, social, and cultural clashes that may threaten political stability."
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On Tuesday, the General Prosecutor's Office announced the initiation of new criminal cases against agricultural product exporters who allegedly concealed their earnings abroad. Specifically, the Sumgayit City Prosecutor's Office has opened a criminal case under Articles 208.2.1 and 208.2.2 (failure to return foreign currency to the country in large amounts by prior agreement of a group of individuals) and Article 308.2 (abuse of office causing serious consequences) against officials of the company "SOİL BOONS" LLC – Jahangir Aliyev, Elyar Gadzhiev, Mehman Mirzamedev, Saleh Gabilov, and Aly Aliyev.
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Rains will continue in Baku and Absheron on 27 November, forecasters said. In places, precipitation will be intense with thunderstorms. Moderate north-west wind.
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On Tuesday, rainy weather with thunderstorms and moderate northwest wind is expected in the Baku, according to meteorologists. The rainy weather will continue untill Wednesday evening. The air temperature at night will be +7 to +10°C, and during the day, +11 to +13°C. The humidity will be 80-90% at night and 70-80% during the day. Rain with thunderstorms will also affect other parts of the country. Snow is expected in mountainous areas. There will be fog in places, with westerly winds.
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