A 30-year period is sufficient to evaluate the place of the “Contract of the Century” in modern Azerbaijani history and its role in shaping the national economy. Although such evaluations are conducted periodically, we will attempt to conclude the assessment on the occasion of COP29, which...

This paper is a deep dive into the reasons behind Russian President Putin's state visit to Azerbaijan, with a specific focus on Russia's energy interests in the region. The research includes an analysis of key players such as Gazprom and Lukoil in Azerbaijan, and their future plans for energy...