Day: March 24, 2026

As Azerbaijan and Armenia expand trade, analysts see a strategic move to sunset Russia’s influence in the region. With the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict closed, Moscow has lost its primary security lever; now, trade and diplomacy are cementing a new path for the long-time rival, an analyst told RFE/RL.

Bypassing The Kremlin: Armenia And Azerbaijan Expand Trade, Testing Russia’s Grip  Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty

In the complex tapestry of global logistics, the Caspian Sea has often been viewed as a formidable geographical hurdle. However, for those who understand the history of maritime trade, it is a bridge. The recent announcement of a “Memorandum of Intent” between AZCON Holding and a private investor to establish a joint venture for the construction of 10 new “Ro-Ro” (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessels at the Baku Shipyard is more than a corporate deal. It is a declaration of intent from a nation that has dominated these waters since the mid-19th century. To understand the significance of this expansion, one must look back to 1858…

Russia Struggles to Establish a Viable Military Base in Abkhazia  jamestown.org

Russia Struggles to Establish a Viable Military Base in Abkhazia  The Jamestown Foundation

India’s direct investment in Azerbaijan recorded robust growth in 2025, even as overall foreign direct investment (FDI) inflows into the country declined. As reported by AzerNEWS, citing the Central Bank of Azerbaijan, India’s FDI in Azerbaijan reached $56.047 million in 2025. This represents an increase of $12.9 million, or 29.8%, compared to 2024.

Despite this growth, India’s share in Azerbaijan’s total FDI inflows remained relatively modest at…