The number of divorces is more that the number of marriages
In January-February 2024, the population of Azerbaijan increased by 6,769 people (0.1%), amounting to 10,187,539 people, the State Statistics Committee of the country reports. 54.5% of the population live in cities, 45.5% in rural areas. In January-February, 17081 children were born in Azerbaijan. The proportion of boys among newborns was 52.5%, girls – 47.5%.
The Registration Department of the Ministry of Justice recorded 6,739 marriages and 3,456 divorces during the review period.
Compared to the same period last year, the number of marriages for every 1,000 people decreased from 4.6 to 4, and the number of divorces increased from 1.8 to 2.1.
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Azerbaijan's Ministry of Ecology and Natural Resources (MENR) has reported large-scale efforts to restore forests across the country, planting tens of thousands of saplings to expand forested areas. However, critics claim that the ministry simultaneously facilitates deforestation by leasing land to private companies.
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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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