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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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Morgherini: The European Union's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflicts in Georgia remains as strong as ever
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Morgherini: The European Union's commitment to a peaceful resolution of the conflicts in Georgia remains as strong as ever

8 August 2018
In a statement on the 10th anniversary of the August war the EU High Representative said that the Russian military presence in both Abkhazia and South Ossetia continues in violation of international law and commitments undertaken by Russia under the 12 August 2008 agreement, mediated by the European Union
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Opinion: Ten years after the war with Russia, Georgia remains exposed and vulnerable
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Opinion: Ten years after the war with Russia, Georgia remains exposed and vulnerable

8 August 2018
The threat from Russia looms large over Georgia. Although the odds for a resumption of hostilities seem insignificant at the moment, Russia continues its hostile acts against Georgia, sending a message that it continues to find unacceptable the country's political path, argues George Mchedlishvili
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Presidential elections in Georgia set for 28 October
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Presidential elections in Georgia set for 28 October

2 August 2018
The October election is seen as a test of the popularity of the Georgian Dream government. The ruling party has not yet chosen its candidate, and party chairman Bidhizina Ivanishvili earlier hinted the party may decide to support a non-partisan candidate.
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Armenian former president arrested
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Armenian former president arrested

28 July 2018
Earlier Robert Kocharian, who was Armenian head of state from 1998-2008, was charged in connection with the crackdown on opposition protests following the disputed presidential election in 2008, which left several people dead.
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Bibilov meets Assad in Damascus
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Bibilov meets Assad in Damascus

24 July 2018
According to the Syrian News Agency, SANA, during the visit of Bibilov to Syria the two sides signed a Treaty of Friendship and Co-operation.
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