Latest news in Azerbaijan? September 29th, 2026
29-09-2026
Latest news in Azerbaijan for September 29, 2026:
Meeting with FIFA President: President Ilham Aliyev received FIFA President Gianni Infantino in Baku. Infantino thanked Azerbaijan for supporting FIFA and hosting the first-ever FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival 2026.
www.trend.azDiplomatic Phone Call: President Ilham Aliyev held a phone conversation with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to congratulate him on his birthday and discuss ongoing bilateral infrastructure and economic cooperation.
Energy Sector Agreement: ExxonMobil and SOCAR signed a 50/50 Production Sharing Agreement (PSA) for unconventional hydrocarbon resources in Azerbaijan’s Middle Kura Basin, a deal highlighted during the recent Azerbaijan International Investment Forum (AIIF 2026).
Economic Forum Outcomes: The recent AIIF 2026 forum in Baku concluded with the signing of 23 cooperation documents and strategic agreements valued at approximately 10.8 billion dollars.
Oil & Gas Middle EastInternational Trade: Azerbaijani agricultural and food products are currently being showcased at the Saudi Food Show 2026, highlighting efforts to expand non-oil exports.