The analytical-information portal News.Az continues its series of articles, interviews and videos entitled "COP29 Baku". As part of this series, we will be posting interviews with and videos of prominent climate and environmental experts. Our guest today is Yang Jianchu, Secretary-General of the "Two Mountains" China Think Tanks Alliance, regional coordinator of the Chinese delegation to COP29.
Ukraine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has released a statement addressing Belarus's unfriendly actions, noting the significant concentration of military personnel and weapons in the Gomel region near Ukraine's northern border, News.Az reports citing Interfax-Ukraine.
In July, BRICS announced plans to establish a new payment system to compete with SWIFT and advance the bloc’s objective of de-dollarization, News.Az reports citing Coingeek .
On Monday, the World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled a six-month plan to tackle mpox outbreaks, focusing on increasing staffing in affected areas and improving surveillance, prevention, and response measures.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani have emphasized their willingness to strengthen cooperation in all areas, News.Az reports citing IRNA .
Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev has called snap parliamentary elections for September 1, signaling a significant moment in the nation’s democratic journey. For the first time in history, these elections will be held across the entire sovereign territory of Azerbaijan, including regions liberated from Armenian occupation in 2020. This marks a notable step in integrating these areas into Azerbaijan's political framework. A total of 125 deputies will be elected to the Milli Majlis, with the electoral process set to be closely monitored by observers from over 40 countries and up to 30 international organizations, ensuring transparency and adherence to international standards.
Ahead of this pivotal event, News.Az consulted with political experts to gather insights and predictions about the upcoming parliamentary elections, scheduled for September 1, 2024. These discussions aim to provide a deeper understanding of the potential political shifts and the broader implications for Azerbaijan's future.
French-Russian tech billionaire Pavel Durov, founder of Telegram, will remain in French custody with authorities extending his detention into Monday, according to media reports. a
