17 November 2025

Musuraliev: The Caspian ignites with new routes - INTERVIEW

As Central Asia undergoes one of its most dynamic geopolitical transformations in decades, a new question is rapidly taking center stage: why are the region’s states opening their doors to Azerbaijan? From transport corridors across the Caspian to emerging energy routes and digital connectivity, Baku’s growing presence is reshaping strategic calculations from Bishkek to Tashkent.
Azerbaijan, EU discuss cooperation on religious freedoms

Ramin Mammadov, Chairman of Azerbaijan’s State Committee on Religious Associations, met Marijana Kujundžić, Head of the European Union Delegation to Azerbaijan, on Monday to discuss the country’s policy on multiculturalism, religious freedoms, and projects focused on developing religious education.
Japan, Indonesia to boost defense ties

Japan and Indonesia agreed to strengthen their security cooperation at a "two-plus-two" meeting in Tokyo on Monday, with a focus on the transfer of defense equipment.
Belgium to purchase Latvian-made drone interceptors over security fears

Belgium's Defense Ministry announced plans to acquire drone interceptors from Latvian company Origin Robotics as part of a €50 million ($58 million) anti-drone package on Monday.
Syrian FM in China vows to strengthen counterterrorism ties

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has pledged to strengthen collaboration with China on "counterterrorism" during his first visit to Beijing since the ousting of former President Bashar al-Assad last year.
Poll: Most Americans link 'extreme rhetoric' to Charlie Kirk's killing

A new poll has revealed that a majority of Americans believe "extreme political rhetoric" was a key factor behind the assassination of Charlie Kirk.
Saudi Arabia sends 650,000 barrels of crude oil to Syria
France investigating Vinted over alleged links to pornographic content
Britain's commercial vehicle market slumps in Q3: SMMT
China moves to accelerate modernization of state forestry farms