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AIFC and Institute for Development and Diplomacy Unveil Strategic Vision for Kazakhstan-Azerbaijan Economic Partnership

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The Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) and the Institute for Development and Diplomacy (IDD) at ADA University have jointly prepared an analytical report exploring the prospects for deepening economic cooperation between Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan. The report highlights the potential of the strategic partnership between two countries. Kazakhstan and Azerbaijan serve as vital hubs within the…

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Rusif Huseynov speaks at Budapest Global Dialogue 2025

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On 17 June 2025, Topchubashov Center`s Director Rusif Huseynov joined a panel at Budapest Global Dialogue 2025. In the panel titled “Global Crossroads: the CEE, the Balkans and the Caucasus in the New World Order,” he spoke about nations of the afore-mentioned regions as bridge states—linking diverse civilisations, geopolitical blocs, connectivity models, and economic systems;…

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Armenia faces turmoil amid Pashinyan-Church rift

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The conflict between Armenia’s Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan and the Armenian Apostolic Church, which has intensified in recent months, has caused significant upheaval in the country’s political and spiritual life. This confrontation affects not only the relationship between the state and the church but also impacts Armenia’s internal stability and foreign policy direction. Pashinyan’s harsh…

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ADA-Luiss Forum on EU-EaP Policy was held in Rome, Italy

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On June 3–4, the ADA-Luiss Forum on EU-EaP Policy was held in Rome, co-organized by ADA University’s IDD and Luiss University’s Center for International and Strategic Studies (CISS). The forum inaugurated with remarks delivered by IDD director, Fariz Ismailzade and Director of CISS at Luiss University, Raffaele Marchetti. They highlighted the strong and enduring relations…

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Rusif Huseynov speaks at 2025 APRI Forum

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On 11 June 2025, Topchubashov Center`s Director Rusif Huseynov joined virtually the 2025 APRI Forum organized by the Yerevan-based Applied Policy Research Institute of Armenia (APRI Armenia). As a speaker of the panel named “Armenia-Azerbaijan Negotiations: Prospects for Progress,” Rusif Huseynov delivered the view from Azerbaijan on prospects for the Armenia-Azerbaijan talks and regional peace. Moderated by…

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The Organization of Turkic States Is Emerging as a Key Geopolitical Actor in Eurasia

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The Informal Summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS), held on May 20-21, 2025, in Budapest, Hungary, marked a significant milestone in the organization’s growing geopolitical influence. Hosted by Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, the summit brought together leaders from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Türkiye, and Uzbekistan, alongside observer states Hungary, Turkmenistan, and the Turkish…

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Head of Department of the CAERC was awarded the international CCInO certificate

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Isa Gasimov, the head of the “Enterprise Azerbaijan” portal, operated by the Center for Analysis of Economic Reforms and Communication (CAERC), has been awarded the “Certified Chief Innovation Officer (CCInO)” certificate. He received this certificate on the basis of the “Certification of Innovation Ecosystem Players as Individuals and Companies” project implemented by “Code Academy” with the…

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

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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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