AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAzerbaijani Culture Abroad: Azerbaijan showcased its national costumes, cuisine, music and dances at a National Minorities Festival in Sokolov, Czech Republic, with support from the Land of Fire society and the Azerbaijan Embassy. Peace & Diplomacy Watch: As SCO talks unfold in Bishkek, Russian President Putin publicly raised the future of the Russian 102nd military base in Armenia, while Yerevan said it doesn’t see the base as a “vital necessity” if Moscow decides to withdraw. Human Rights & Religion: Azerbaijan’s Ombudsman rejected Armenian rights allegations about prisoners, saying they are unfounded and biased, while Armenian advocates again claimed harsh conditions and coercion in statements. Cultural Calendar in Baku: The III International Fidan Hajiyeva Opera Festival is set to kick off with a long run of performances, master classes and educational events across Azerbaijan and abroad. Youth & Sports: Sabah FC announced an AZN 10 million youth football push, including a new “Future Talents” academy program. Heritage & Tourism: Shanliurfa Culture Days begin in Baku, bringing Turkish history, crafts, folklore, music and cuisine to Icherisheher. Regional Mobility Update: Thailand will cut visa-free stays from 60 to 30 days from September 15, with Azerbaijan among the countries affected.
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