Day: August 12, 2025

His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Dear Ilham Heydarovich,
I …

On August 8, 2025, the international community witnessed a significant shift in the geopolitical landscape of the South Caucasus – a testament to the enduring impact of Azerbaijan’s strategic leadership under President Ilham Aliyev. Despite its relatively small size on the global stage, Azerbaijan occupies a critical geopolitical crossroads whose stability has ramifications far beyond its borders. The trilateral meeting held on this date not only marked a thaw in previously strained Azerbaijan–United States relations but also signaled a broader recalibration of regional alliances and energy geopolitics.

On Monday, President Donald Trump praised the tariffs imposed on other nations as a catalyst for strengthening the United States economically. Trump asserted that these tariffs, introduced on August 7, are contributing “billions” in additional revenue to the federal budget, emphasizing their role in making the country “Strong and Rich,” Azernews reports, citing local media.