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By Abdul Kerimkhanov Azerbaijan is an inexpressibly picturesque country with its own unique “highlight”. Country is called “Land of Fire,” since its territory is rich in oil and gas deposits, which are close to the surface and erupt from the earth with torches of fire. Natural panoramas of this country …

By Abdul Kerimkhanov A museum dedicated to the UEFA Europa League will be set up between December 22 and January 7 as part of preparations for the final game to be held on May 29, 2019. Those who want to touch the unforgettable moments in the history of the Europa …

By Laman Ismayilova An evening of opera music entitled “Viva Puccini” was held at the Azerbaijan State Philharmonic Hall on December 21. The gala concert was timed to the 160th anniversary of the brilliant Italian composer Giacomo Puccini, Day.Az reported. Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra and the State Choir Chapel presented …

Excise rates on the import of buses will be introduced in Azerbaijan from January 1, 2019. This is amendment included in tax legislation, approved by the decree of President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, Trend reports. Thus, the excise duty on the import of buses with an engine capacity of up …

By Leman Mammadova The year 2019 will be eventful in terms of development of trade cooperation between Azerbaijan and Russia, Russian Ambassador to Azerbaijan Mikhail Bocharnikov said at a press conference in Baku on December 24. The ambassador noted that Russia regards relations with Azerbaijan as a strategic partnership. “This …

Application of “Green corridor” on customs borders of Azerbaijan will enormously benefit farmers. Agriculture Minister Inam Karimov made the statement at the Foreign Trade Participants Forum: Application of Green Corridor Pass System on Dec. 24, Trend reports. Agrarian products spoil quite fast and from this point of view the implementation …

Prime Minister of Georgia Mamuka Bakhtadze made a phone call to President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev on December 24. Mamuka Bakhtadze congratulated President Ilham Aliyev on his birthday, and wished him new successes in his presidential activity and the best of health. President Ilham Aliyev thanked for …