Day: May 19, 2025

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In a move aimed at curbing public sector expenses, the Chinese government has issued a new decree banning government employees from enjoying delicacies, alcohol, and cigarettes during official work lunches. The decree, which was announced on May 19, was jointly issued by the Central Committee of the Communist Party and the State Council of China. It was published on the official State Council website, Azernews reports.

In the first quarter of 2025, 58.55% of guests staying in hotels and hotel-type establishments in Azerbaijan – amounting to 276,087 people – were accommodated in the capital city, while the remaining 41.45% (195,452 guests) stayed in various regions of the country.