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The South Caucasus – a region encompassing Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia - is one of strategic importance, not only for adjacent countries, such as Turkiye, Russia, Iran and the Central Asian states, but also for neighbours such as the European Union and the GCC states, and globally for the United States, India, China, Pakistan and Japan.

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Azerbaijan and China Forge Defence Ties
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Azerbaijan and China Forge Defence Ties

19 September 2025
At the 12th Beijing Xiangshan Forum, which was held from Wednesday to Friday (17 - 19  September), Azerbaijan’s Defence Minister, Colonel-General Zakir Hasanov, led Baku’s delegation and held high-level discussions with his Chinese counterpart on advancing joint military capabilities.
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The 3+3 Initiative in Retrospect: A Framework Out of Step with Current Realities
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The 3+3 Initiative in Retrospect: A Framework Out of Step with Current Realities

18 September 2025
On September 8, 2025, during his address at the Moscow State Institute of International Relations (MGIMO), Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov discussed the potential revival of the “3+3” format in the South Caucasus while commenting on Russia’s relations with regional countries. He noted that the initiative was initially proposed by Turkey and Azerbaijan and highlighted that it is also supported by Iran, signaling broader regional backing. Lavrov further referenced the trilateral agreement between Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Russia on restoring transport links and welcomed the ongoing process of normalization between Armenia and Turkey.
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Armenia and Georgia hold political talks
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Armenia and Georgia hold political talks

27 December 2018
A regular session of the of the political consultation mechanism between Armenia and Georgia was held on Tuesday (25 December) in Tbilisi led by the Deputy Foreign Ministers of the respective countries.
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Aliyev: "Time will tell"
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Aliyev: "Time will tell"

26 December 2018
In an interview with Rossiya-24 TV station Azerbaijani president Ilham Aliyev spoke on economic development, relations with Russia and criticism of the country's human rights record, as well as the Karabakh issue.
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Azerbaijan puts on the Christmas lights
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Azerbaijan puts on the Christmas lights

24 December 2018
Azerbaijan is an oil exporting country, and the mood of Baku often reflects the price of oil on the international markets. In that sense 2018 has been a year of mixed moods. For the moment however, it is time to celebrate and Baku is preparing for its usual big new year's eve celebration.
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The Caucasus prepares to celebrate new year and Christmas
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The Caucasus prepares to celebrate new year and Christmas

22 December 2018
Throughout the region, 2018 has been a significant year with important political and social developments. The putting up of the tree usually marks the end of the political year, and the start of a short break when focus is more on family, friends and merriment.
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