Editor’s note: Faig Mahmudov is a journalist based in Azerbaijan covering regional security, foreign policy, and geopolitical developments. The views expressed in this article are his own and do not necessarily reflect the official position or editorial stance of News.Az.

Relations between Serbia and Azerbaijan have strengthened steadily in recent years, evolving from traditional diplomatic ties into a strategic partnership. This progress has been driven by mutual political trust, cooperation on international platforms, and a growing number of joint projects. At a time of increasing geopolitical uncertainty both regionally and globally, the two countries have shown a flexible and pragmatic approach to foreign policy.

Australia faces a pivotal moment in its climate policy as the UN’s climate chief, Simon Stiell, called on the country to adopt more ambitious emissions reduction targets.

US President-elect Donald Trump is preparing to invoke emergency powers as part of his plan to ramp up domestic energy production and undo key climate change policies implemented by President Joe Biden, according to sources familiar with the matter.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) has revised its forecasts, stating that global oil demand growth is continuing to slow, with a noticeable dip in consumption in China.

Japan is set to push for more nuclear power in an energy policy update due next year, seeking stable electricity supply in face of growing demand and heightening geopolitical risks, but is likely to struggle to meet its targets, industry experts say, News.Az reports citing Reuters.