Day: October 17, 2026

Azerbaijan’s economic outlook through 2030 places diversification at the centre of its development strategy. The government projects gross domestic product to reach 169.1 billion manat, equivalent to approximately $99.5 billion, by the end of the decade, with the non-oil and gas sector accounting for 82% of GDP. These targets outline an ambitious economic agenda built around industrial expansion, stronger exports, investment and the development of higher-value economic activities.

Israel is reportedly preparing for a range of security threats during the election period, including potential assassination attempts, terrorist attacks, and foreign interference, sources told i24News diplomatic correspondent Guy Azriel on Friday.