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Can Pezeshkian’s poetry diplomacy thaw Azerbaijan-Iran tensions?

The echoes of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s historic visit to Baku in April still resonate across the Araz River. Among the many aspects of this visit, what caught the attention of political analysts and region observers alike was Pezeshkian’s unexpected yet symbolic use of “poetry diplomacy.” His recitation of verses from Mahammadhossein Shahriyar’s iconic poem…

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Pakistan’s engagement in Central Asia: foreign policy priorities, challenges, and strategic outlook

Pakistan’s foreign policy continues to evolve in response to shifting regional dynamics, global realignments, and domestic imperatives. A critical dimension of Islamabad’s external engagement is its growing focus on the Central Asian Republics (CARs)—Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—whose geopolitical, economic, and strategic relevance has increased markedly since the dissolution of the Soviet Union. Pakistan…

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Informal Summit of the Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States: Strengthening Economic and Energy Cooperation

The informal Summit of the Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) held in Hungary’s capital Budapest went down in history as the first summit held in an observer state in the organization’s history. This meeting also highlighted Hungary’s role in strengthening economic and political relations with the Turkic states. Vusala Jafarova,…

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Vusal Gasimli spoke at the 6th general meeting of the TUIB

Executive Director of the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication, Doctor of Economics, Professor Vusal Gasimli delivered an opening speech at the 6th traditional meeting of the “Public Union of Turkish-Azerbaijani Businessmen and Industrialists” (TUIB). Main theses of the speech: The Organization of Turkic States covers 2.8 percent of the world’s population and…

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Head of Department of the CAERC delivered a presentation at International Research Conference in Islamabad

Vusala Jafarova, Head of the Turkic World Research Center operating under the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication (CAERC), participated in the “5th Annual Research Conference” held in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan. The conference was dedicated to the theme “CAREC Connectivity: Promoting Trade and Trade Facilitation.” During the event, Vusala Jafarova delivered…

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Rusif Huseynov delivers presentation at MCC, Budapest

On 27 May 2025, Topchubashov Center`s Director Rusif Huseynov joined “Energy Forum 2025: Shaping a Secure and Sustainable Energetic Future in Central and South-East Europe,” a conference organised by Gnosis Institute, OCECCD and the Climate Policy Institute. Held in Budapest Center of Matthias Corvinus Collegium, the event brought together representatives of governments and state agencies,…

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Social Research Center and Qatari National Human Rights Committee Sign MoU

The Social Research Center (SRC) delegation has participated in the “Artificial Intelligence and Human Rights: Opportunities, Risks, and Visions for a Better Future” international conference, held in Doha, the capital of Qatar. On May 27, 2025, during the conference, SRC and the forum’s organizer—the Qatari National Human Rights Committee (NHRC)—signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed…

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Azerbaijan’s Amnesty Policy: Law, Humanism, and Social Justice

The pardon decrees signed by Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev hold a distinctive place within the country’s legal and social framework. These decisions clearly reflect the state’s commitment to humanitarian values and its respect for the rights of its citizens. According to the decree issued on May 26, 2025, 175 individuals were released from the remainder…

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