Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister reported that Chinese visitors to Azerbaijan surged 42 percent last year, while Azerbaijani tourists to China jumped approximately 85 percent, reflecting strengthened bilateral relations following mutual visa regime elimination in 2025.
Azerbaijan's state news agency reported key developments including Sweden's engagement in Azerbaijan-Armenia normalization talks, a U-15 World Cup football tournament with 76 participants, and China's Tibet flooding death toll reaching 31 as of September 4, 2026.
President Ilham Aliyev visited Kazakhstan for business, participated in a Turkic States Organization summit in Turkestan, and attended a Turkish Civilization Center groundbreaking ceremony alongside other regional leaders.
President Ilham Aliyev inaugurated the Gobustan Solar Power Station as Azerbaijan reported major developments including increased crude oil exports to India, the 2027 Formula 1 Grand Prix date announcement, and discussions on Middle Corridor regional integration.
The World Urban Forum 13 commenced in Azerbaijan with vibrant opening proceedings, featuring international delegations addressing urban housing policies, sustainable development, and youth participation in city planning across numerous countries.
Multiple convoys delivered keys to residents resettling in Azerbaijan's liberated Karabakh regions including Zangilan and Jabrayil, marking reconstruction progress as displaced populations return to reclaimed territories.
Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Germany Nəsimi Ağayev visited Lower Saxony, meeting with regional political and economic leaders to discuss parliamentary cooperation, normalization efforts with Armenia, and expanding trade and investment opportunities between Azerbaijan and the German state.
Istisu mineral water factory, reopened in Azerbaijan's liberated Kalbajar region, expanded international market operations with annual production capacity exceeding 100 million bottles, employing 96 workers and contributing to regional reconstruction and economic development.