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POLITICS2d agoAzerbaijan, Georgia sign cooperation documents in SignagiSignagi, October 30, AZERTAC On October 30, a signing ceremony was held on the sidelines of the 11th meeting of the Azerbaijan–Georgia Intergovernmental Commission on Economic Cooperation in Signagi. Shahin Baghirov, Chairman of Azerbaijan’s State Customs Committee, and Mamuka Baratashvili, Deputy Minister of Finance of Georgia and Head of the Revenue Service, signed the Protocol between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of Georgia on the practical functioning of the Silk Road–Abreshumis Gza joint international road border checkpoint. Goshgar Tahmazli, Chairman of Azerbaijan’s Food Safety Agency (AQTA), and Giorgi Iakobashvili, Head of the National Food Agency under Georgia’s Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture, signed two memorandums of understanding on cooperation between the agencies in the fields of plant quarantine and protection, and veterinary services. Khatayi Azizov Special correspondentazertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICS2d agoThree candidates put forward for Azerbaijan's OmbudsmanThree candidates have been nominated for the position of Azerbaijan's Human Rights Commissioner (Ombudsman), including incumbent Ombudsman Sabina Aliyeva.azernews · azerbaijan
POLITICS6d agoAzerbaijani citizen returned to Baku after entering Armenian territoryAn Azerbaijani citizen, Yashar Ali oglu Gasimov, who had earlier crossed into Armenian territory in Tavush Province after losing his way and was subsequently found, was returned to Azerbaijan on October 24, the National Security Service of Armenia (NSS) reported. He was handed over to the competent authorities of the Republic of Azerbaijan, according to …armradio_am · armenia
POLITICSOct 22Families of missing Azerbaijanis call for support from European institutionsFamilies of more than 4,000 Azerbaijanis still missing since the first Karabakh war brought their demand for answers to the EU institutions, hoping that the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, after decades of suffering on both sides, could finally clarify the fate of their relatives.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSOct 20Families of missing Azerbaijanis stage protest outside European Parliament in Brussels [ PHOTOS ] Families of missing Azerbaijanis are staging a protest outside the European Parliament in Brussels. This indicates an international call for attention regarding missing persons from Azerbaijan.azernews.az · Azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 16Hijab ban at schools in Azerbaijan: What's behind the rare wave of protests?Girls wearing headscarves have been turned away from schools in Azerbaijan, triggering unusual protests involving children. The government rules do not mention hijabs. Why are schools enforcing unwritten rules?DW News [en]
POLITICSOct 15School headscarf ban sparks rare protests in Azerbaijan and row with TurkeyProtests have taken place over the rules which have seen pupils wearing hijabs turned away from schools.BBC World
POLITICSOct 14Girls In Hijabs Turned Away From Azerbaijani Schools Amid Protests Over Dress CodeA new dress code in Azerbaijan’s schools has sparked protests by parents and students after reports that girls wearing hijabs, or Islamic head scarves, were turned away from classes. The protests come after a new ban on clothing deemed incompatible with the secular nature of education. Although the policy does not specifically mention the hijab, some parents have voiced concerns that their right to religious expression is being violated.RFE/RL
POLITICSOct 14Schools In Azerbaijan Turn Away Girls Wearing Hijabs As Debate Over Religious Freedom IntensifiesAzerbaijan’s new school-uniform rules have sparked protests after reports emerged of schools turning away girls wearing hijabs, renewing debate over religious freedom and secular education.RFE/RL
POLITICSOct 14Kazakh President arrives in AzerbaijanThe President of Kazakhstan has arrived in Azerbaijan for an official visit. This signifies a diplomatic engagement between the two nations.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 13Schools in Azerbaijan are barring girls who wear hijabs from class. Some of their male classmates are refusing to attend in solidarity.In late September, Azerbaijan approved new school uniform rules, including a ban on “items inconsistent with the principle of secularism.” Inspections soon began at schools, and girls wearing hijabs were barred from classes. Protests broke out in Baku and other cities, with schoolgirls and their classmates demanding that everyone’s right to an education be upheld. On October 12, 37 people were detained in Baku. The Interior Ministry said protesters had tried to “grossly disrupt public order.” Meanwhile, users began reporting that they could not access TikTok and Instagram — the country’s two mMeduza [en]
POLITICSOct 12Azerbaijan’s hijab restrictions spark school protests and arrestsAnger is growing in Azerbaijan after girls wearing hijabs were barred from schools under new uniform rules.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 12Azerbaijan’s school hijab ban: What’s behind it, and what’s next?Protests have broken out as some schools begin preventing students and teachers from attending classes.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSOct 10Azerbaijani MPs and NGO Heads appeal to US lawmakersAzerbaijani Members of Parliament and NGO leaders have appealed to US lawmakers. This signifies an attempt to engage in international political dialogue.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 9Pashinyan credits Alma-Ata Declaration with advancing peace between Armenia and AzerbaijanArmenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has emphasized the role of the 1991 Alma-Ata Declaration in advancing the peace process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, describing the document as an important foundation for the delimitation of the two countries' state border.azernews · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 7UN Human Rights Council adopts resolution on landmines promoted by AzerbaijanThe UN Human Rights Council has adopted a resolution concerning landmines, a measure that was promoted by Azerbaijan.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 5“Women in the History of Azerbaijan’s Parliamentarism”: From Past to PresentAn article explores the role of women in the history of Azerbaijan's parliamentarism, tracing their involvement from the past to the present. This is a historical and political analysis focused on a specific country.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 5Azerbaijan-UK commission to meet in Baku on October 6A commission involving Azerbaijan and the UK is scheduled to meet in Baku on October 6. This meeting signifies ongoing diplomatic and bilateral relations between the two countries.trendaz · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 2Azerbaijani President: Following our glorious Victory, our efforts were focused on fully restoring our territorial integrityThe Azerbaijani President stated that efforts are now focused on fully restoring the nation's territorial integrity, following what he termed a 'glorious Victory.' This statement highlights the country's post-conflict priorities.azertag_az · azerbaijan
POLITICSOct 1After Belarus Prisoner Release, US Senators Call For Similar Steps In AzerbaijanIn mid-September, Belarus released 25 prisoners held in politically linked cases after the United States agreed to lift sanctions on two major Belarusian companies. Now three US senators from both major parties are calling on President Donald Trump's administration to pursue a similar approach with Azerbaijan, where rights groups say some 300 political prisoners, including journalists and activists, are behind bars.RFE/RL
POLITICSSep 30Hijabi students turned away from school in AzerbaijanFemale students leave a school in Azerbaijan after reportedly being denied entry for wearing headscarves.Al Jazeera [en]
POLITICSSep 26Azerbaijan marks its Remembrance Day looking forward to a future of peaceAzerbaijan observes its annual Remembrance Day by honouring its soldiers fallen in 2020, but also building on six years of peace for post-war recovery, new opportunities and regional normalisation.EuroNews [en]
POLITICSSep 26President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva watch main race of Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand PrixThe main race of the Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix is underway on the Baku City Circuit. President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, and their family members are watching the race.azernews · azerbaijan
POLITICSSep 25President Ilham Aliyev addresses participants of 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment ForumPresident of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev addressed the participants of the 2nd Azerbaijan International Investment Forum.azernews · azerbaijan
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