Azerbaijan-China Relations: Formation and Perspectives
Almost 34 years have passed since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and China….
Azerbaijan-China Relations: Formation and Perspectives
Almost 34 years have passed since the establishment of diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and China. The recognition of Azerbaijan’s independence by the People’s Republic of China in December 1991 and the establishment of bilateral diplomatic relations in April 1992 marked a new phase in Azerbaijan-China relations. In 1992, the Embassy of the People’s Republic of…
IDD’ s Baku Dialogues Winter 2024–2025 Edition: A Continued Resource for Policy Reflection
The Institute for Development and Diplomacy (IDD) at ADA University offers perspectives on diplomacy, regional affairs, and global strategy. through its quarterly policy journal, the Baku Dialogues. The latest, Winter 2024–2025 edition of Baku Dialogues, brings together timely commentary on COP29, the evolving nature of diplomatic training, and Azerbaijan’s foreign policy thinking alongside contributions from…
Social entrepreneurship is an important tool for economic sustainability
The 2024 edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII) places special emphasis on social entrepreneurship. This form of entrepreneurship is recognized as a model that offers innovative solutions to society’s most pressing challenges while promoting sustainability through market-based mechanisms. Commenting on the report, Isa Qasimov, Head of the “Enterprise Azerbaijan” portal at the Center for…
Incitement by Armenian Priests in Jerusalem and the Threat of Revanchist Ideas to the Region-ANALYSIS
The 44-day Patriotic War that took place in 2020 resulted in the restoration of the territorial integrity of Azerbaijan, raising thought-provoking questions for the Republic of Armenia, the Armenian diaspora, and the Armenian Church: Should they continue to follow a false history or face the reality of modern Armenia? Although Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan,…
The Economist editor hosted at Topchubashov Center
On 22 April 2025, the Russia and Eastern Europe Editor at the Economist Arkady Ostrovsky visited Topchubashov Center and was hosted by Center`s Director Rusif Huseynov and Deputy Director Murad Muradov. The parties discussed the regional developments, including the Armenia-Azerbaijan peace process.
Azerbaijan in the Horn of Africa
“Azerbaijan’s push for greater influence in East Africa is clearly gaining traction.” Over the past decade Azerbaijan has become an increasingly active regional actor. While its recent attention has primarily been directed toward Europe and the Middle East, with a particular emphasis on the Gulf states, Azerbaijan has also significantly expanded its presence in the…
Azerbaijan-Georgia partnership plays a pivotal role in the EU’s ties with the South Caucasus and Central Asia
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war and President Donald J. Trump have already altered the geopolitical landscape in Europe. European countries are seeking deeper strategic partnerships with South Caucasus and Central Asian nations to diversify energy sources and foster regional cooperation and connectivity. In 2022, Azerbaijan and the EU signed a “Memorandum of Understanding on a Strategic…
Historic First in Tbilisi: Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia trilateral talks
On April 17, Tbilisi hosted the first-ever formal trilateral meeting between the foreign ministries of Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia. According to official statements, the primary aim of the meeting was to create a platform for open dialogue and to explore possible avenues for trilateral cooperation in the South Caucasus. This was a very important step,…
Opinion: How to Take the Most from the Present De-Facto Peace Period in Armenia-Azerbaijan Relations
The Antalya Diplomacy Forum, held on April 11-13 in the resort Turkish town of Antalya, presented a rare opportunity for trilateral engagement among the foreign ministers of the three South Caucasian countries. The candid exchange between Azerbaijan’s Jeyhun Bayramov, Armenia’s Ararat Mirzoyan, and Georgia’s Maka Bochorishvili, facilitated by Türkiye, offered a fragile yet meaningful sign…
What does “America First” mean for Ukraine?
One of Trump’s election pledges was to end the war in Ukraine. Even though a more neutral approach was anticipated during his presidency, most leaders and scholars did not imagine that President Trump and JD Vance would pressure Zelenskyy publicly in front of millions of spectators. The recent meeting in the Oval Office took place…