OTS & Religious Diplomacy: President Ilham Aliyev met OTS Secretary General Kubanychbek Omuraliev and religious leaders in Baku, framing the Yahya Bakuvi conference and the 7th Turkic Muslim boards meeting as proof that Baku is becoming a hub for the international community. Islamic Unity Message: Aliyev also urged unity across the Muslim world ahead of Azerbaijan’s OIC presidency, calling Islamophobia a “targeted policy” and stressing reconciliation and solidarity. Cultural Heritage Protection Conference: Baku will host a Sept. 17 conference on protecting historical-religious monuments, with discussions on restoration, legal practice, and the role of religious communities in tolerance—especially in liberated territories. Arts & Stage: Azerbaijan’s State Academic National Drama Theatre opened its 154th season, highlighting “Azerbaijani Culture–2040” priorities and plans for more international festivals and co-productions. Karabakh Heritage Row: EU envoy Magdalena Grono defended her participation in a diplomatic tour to Karabakh, while Armenian groups protested, saying such visits legitimize ethnic cleansing and cultural erasure. Ukraine Case: A court sentenced Fuad Rafibeyli to four years for participating in hostilities in Ukraine after joining the Russian army. Tech & Innovation: SABAH.city’s first phase opened as part of Azerbaijan’s digital architecture push, with AI and data centers positioned as long-term development drivers. International Culture Spotlight: Nurlan Hasanli’s documentary “The Shepherd’s Son” won at Baltic Sea Docs in Riga.
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Azerbaijani Culture Abroad: Azerbaijan’s music and dance took center stage at Switzerland’s Septembre Musical Montreux-Vevey festival, with a gala at Auditorium Stravinski featuring Uzeyir Hajibeyli, Gara Garayev, Fikrat Amirov and performances by Alim Gasimov and the State Dance Ensemble. Theatre & Education: The Azerbaijan State Academic National Drama Theatre opened its 154th season, pointing to “Azerbaijani Culture-2040” and plans for more international festivals and joint projects. Innovation & Tech: SABAH.city’s first phase opened in Baku as part of the “Azerbaijan’s New Digital Architecture” push, with AI and digital reforms framed as long-term development priorities. Turkic Cooperation: An OTS meeting in Baku praised Baku as a hub for the Turkic world, while an MP called for common university programmes across Turkic states and a media/education panel urged shared platforms to fight disinformation. Diplomacy & Religion: President Aliyev met OTS religious leaders and conference participants, stressing Muslim unity and accusing Western media of a discrediting campaign. Human Rights & Minorities: Court proceedings continued in the “Suleyman community” case tied to unregistered religious instruction, and the detention conditions for Talysh culture researcher Iqbal Abilov were challenged. International Travel Rules: Thailand ended its 60-day visa-free scheme from Sept 15, cutting stays to 30 days for many nationalities.
Arts & Education: The 3rd Fidan Hajiyeva International Opera Festival keeps spotlighting young performers, with Roya Aliyeva staging a solo concert under the “Young Voices Speak to the Future” project. Turkic World & Culture: “Turkic World Dialogues: Common Future and Common Vision” brought academics and experts to Baku to discuss practical cooperation across culture, education, science, security and connectivity. Religion & Heritage: In Baku, OTS-linked events honoring Sheikh Seyid Yahya Bakuvi drew praise for Azerbaijani religious scholarship and calls to protect youth from radicalism and foreign ideological influence. Innovation & Lifestyle: President Ilham Aliyev shared footage from the opening of the first phase of the SABAH.city innovation hub in Baku’s High-Tech Park. Community & Daily Life: New academic-year events marked Sept. 15 in Khankendi, Khojaly and Aghdere, with 215 students starting first grade across local schools. Artsakh Cultural Heritage Debate: A diplomatic visit to occupied Artsakh sparked major controversy in Armenia over how heritage sites are presented, with Armenian groups warning it could normalize ethnic cleansing.
Religious & Cultural Heritage: Baku hosted an international scientific-practical conference on Sheikh Seyid Yahya Bakuvi, with OTS and Muslim Council of Elders leaders praising Azerbaijan’s focus on Islamic scholarly heritage and warning against religious misuse, xenophobia, and radicalism. OTS Declaration: At the 7th meeting of Muslim religious leaders in Baku, participants adopted a declaration calling for joint action against terrorism, extremism, separatism, Islamophobia, and foreign interference, while supporting religious education and youth exchanges. Education & Society: Azerbaijan plans to expand AI use in education next academic year, stressing teachers’ ability to work with AI tools; officials also announced upcoming changes to teachers’ appearance requirements. Arts & Film: People’s Artist Shafiga Mammadova was elected chair of the Azerbaijan Filmmakers Union, with a renewed push to support national cinema and the next generation. Culture Abroad: Azerbaijan’s State Dance Ensemble and broader “Rhythms of Heritage” program took center stage at the Montreux Classical Music Festival in Switzerland. Diplomacy & Heritage Dispute: A diplomat visit to Nagorno-Karabakh sparked Armenian outcry after Azerbaijan presented monasteries as “Caucasian Albanian” heritage; Armenian civil groups and Peace Bridge members urged restraint and protection of Armenian cultural heritage. Innovation: President Aliyev shared footage from the opening of the first phase of the SABAH.city innovation hub in Baku.
Cultural Diplomacy in Switzerland: Azerbaijan Culture Days kicked off at Switzerland’s Septembre Musical Montreux-Vevey festival, with the Azerbaijan State Dance Ensemble opening the program and a full lineup of musicians and a jazz night bringing “Rhythms of Heritage” to an international stage. Local Arts Spotlight: Mobil Ahmadov’s 95th birth anniversary was marked at the Azerbaijan State Academic Musical Theatre with a tribute concert featuring Azerbaijani opera and operetta highlights. Innovation & Education: President Ilham Aliyev attended the opening of the first phase of “SABAH.city” at Baku’s High Technologies Park, a campus meant to train engineering and IT students and host thousands of daily visitors. Religion & Tech: At the 7th OTS meeting in Baku, Sheikhulislam proposed a separate gathering of muftis to discuss how artificial intelligence should be used from a religious point of view. Diaspora & Language: An Azerbaijani Sunday school opened in Almaty, offering free Azerbaijani and Kazakh classes plus lessons on history, culture, and literature for younger generations. Youth & Climate: LCOY Azerbaijan 2026 continued in Guba with drafting the National Youth Declaration ahead of COP31. Heritage on Diplomatic Tours: EU Special Representative Magdalena Grono visited Karabakh sites tied to cultural and religious heritage, while Azerbaijani officials hosted diplomats at Ganjasar Monastery in Aghdara. Regional Security Talk: The 7th Meeting of Muslim Religious Leaders of the Organisation of Turkic States began in Baku, bringing together around 200 religious figures from nearly 40 countries.
Azerbaijan Culture Days at Montreux: Azerbaijan is taking its music and performing arts to Switzerland for the first time, as Culture Minister Adil Karimli leads a delegation to the Septembre Musical Montreux-Vevey festival on Sept. 14. The program lines up major Azerbaijani performers, the Azerbaijan State Dance Ensemble, and a dedicated Azerbaijani jazz evening, placing local culture on one of Europe’s best-known classical stages. Turkic Heritage Spotlight: A feature looks at Turkic stone monuments across Eurasia, focusing on Azerbaijan’s goch dash and at dash (“stone horses”) and the animal motifs carved into ancient art. Diaspora & Language: An Azerbaijani Sunday school opened in Almaty, offering free Azerbaijani and Kazakh classes plus lessons on national history and literature, aiming to keep second- and third-generation Azerbaijanis connected. Diplomats Visit Heritage Sites: Foreign diplomats toured Ganjasar Monastery in Aghdara, with Azerbaijan’s cultural heritage officials briefing them on significance and restoration work. Youth Climate Action: LCOY Azerbaijan 2026 continued in Guba with drafting a National Youth Declaration under UNFCCC’s YOUNGO framework. Regional Cooperation in Culture & Education: Azerbaijan and Belarus discussed joint Karabakh projects for 2027, alongside cooperation spanning education, culture, and sport.
Karabakh Reconstruction & Diplomacy: Foreign diplomats toured Ganjasar Monastery in Aghdara and visited Karabakh University, with Azerbaijan’s culture officials briefing on restoration and the growing education infrastructure. Education in the “Great Return” zones: Azerbaijan plans to raise the number of schools in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur to 52, alongside 43 new general education institutions elsewhere and renovations at about 1,000 schools benefiting roughly 550,000 students. Diaspora & Language: An Azerbaijani Sunday school opened in Almaty, offering free Azerbaijani and Kazakh classes plus lessons on history and literature for second- and third-generation Azerbaijanis. Youth & Climate: LCOY Azerbaijan 2026 continued in Guba with drafting of a National Youth Declaration under UNFCCC’s YOUNGO. Regional Cooperation: Belarus and Azerbaijan outlined plans for a joint agricultural town in Karabakh and elevator production in Aghdam in 2027. Culture & Heritage Policy: An international symposium focused on new approaches to protecting folklore and traditional cultural expressions. Human Rights Spotlight: Council of Europe figures urged Azerbaijan to release election-monitoring human rights defender Anar Mamedli, calling the sentence politically motivated.
Diaspora & Language: An Azerbaijani Sunday school opened in Almaty, offering free Azerbaijani and Kazakh classes plus lessons on Azerbaijan’s history, culture and literature—aimed at helping second- and third-generation Azerbaijanis keep their language and ties. Diplomacy & Culture Heritage: Foreign diplomats visited Ganjasar Monastery in Aghdara, with Azerbaijan’s heritage officials briefing them on the site’s significance and restoration work. Youth & Climate Action: LCOY Azerbaijan 2026 (under YOUNGO) continued in Guba, focusing on drafting a National Youth Declaration after day one in Baku at ADA University. Education in Liberated Territories: Azerbaijan plans to raise the number of schools in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur to 52 under the Great Return programme, alongside renovations for about 1,000 institutions and improved conditions for roughly 550,000 students. Regional Cooperation: Azerbaijan and Belarus plan a joint agricultural town in Karabakh in 2027 and a lift-production joint venture in Aghdam, with talks also covering education, culture and sport. Turkic Security Integration: Ministers of Internal Affairs from Turkic states met in Astana, discussing security coordination and information sharing ahead of the OTS summit in Ankara.
Azerbaijan Education & Arts Access: Azerbaijan says the number of schools in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur will rise to 52 under the “Great Return” programme, with 43 new general education institutions planned and renovations improving conditions for about 550,000 students. Arts education goes digital: the Culture Ministry launched electronic applications for arts training in Khankandi, Shusha, Lachin, Kalbajar, Jabrayil and Zangilan via the MyCulture platform. Diplomacy Meets Culture in Karabakh: foreign diplomats visited Karabakh University and restoration sites, while the French ambassador praised the scale of reconstruction and said a French artist will take part in the Baku Jazz Festival. Cultural Heritage Protection: an international symposium discussed new approaches to protecting folklore, and Azerbaijan’s ICESCO-related updates focused on sustaining cultural programmes. Ethno-fashion Spotlight: the “Ganatly Zaman” capsule collection took the runway at the “Urban Nomad” ethno-fashion competition during the World Nomad Games in Kyrgyzstan.
Diplomatic & Cultural Outreach in Karabakh: Foreign diplomats on a first-day visit to Karabakh and East Zangezur toured Khankendi’s railway and bus terminal complex, the Culture Center, Victory Park, and Karabakh University, with officials highlighting restoration, new infrastructure, and free higher education. Education Expansion: Azerbaijan says the number of schools under the “Great Return” programme in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur will rise to 52, up from 37, alongside renovations at about 1,000 schools and improved conditions for roughly 550,000 students. Arts Access Online: The Culture Ministry launched electronic applications for arts education in liberated territories via the “MyCulture” platform, aiming to match demand with classes, specializations, and teachers. Heritage Protection & Folklore: A symposium on intellectual property and traditional cultural expressions discussed new ways to safeguard folklore, while Azerbaijan’s officials again criticized illegal restoration and removal of frescoes from a monastery during occupation. Regional Cooperation: Azerbaijan’s climate champion Nigar Arpadarai proposed a Turkic-world network of protected natural and cultural sites, linking biodiversity and heritage. Human Rights Pressure: PACE and the Council of Europe’s human rights commissioner called Anar Mamedli’s prison sentence politically motivated, urging immediate release and review. Tourism & Business Links: Azerbaijan is listed as a country partner at Istanbul’s GlobeMeets, a B2B tourism event targeting $116M in trade volume.
Education & “Great Return”: Azerbaijan plans to expand school operations in Karabakh and Eastern Zangazur to 52, with 43 new general education institutions set to open from the new academic year, alongside renovations at 1,000 schools benefiting about 550,000 students. Arts Access: The Culture Ministry has launched electronic admissions for arts education in liberated territories via the “MyCulture” platform, including Khankandi and districts such as Shusha, Lachin, Kalbajar, Jabrayil and Zangilan. Cultural Diplomacy: A new “Azerbaijani Culture for Global Envoys” course opened in Baku’s House of the Literary, bringing diplomats from eight countries to learn Azerbaijani music, literature, visual arts, theatre and cinema. Heritage & Restoration: Officials say Armenians carried out illegal restoration at Khudavang Monastery in Kalbajar during occupation, and note that an inventory of 130 monuments in Karabakh and East Zangazur is still incomplete due to mine threats. Turkic Heritage & Climate: COP29 climate champion Nigar Arpadarai proposed a network of protected natural and cultural sites across the Turkic world, linking biodiversity protection with shared traditions. Education Benchmark: Azerbaijan tops the region in PISA 2025 reading and logic among Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia, while all three remain below OECD averages. Sports & Culture Crossover: Azerbaijan’s Sabah FC’s Champions League return is in the spotlight, with coverage also highlighting manager Valdas Dambrauskas’ unusual path into coaching.
Turkic Heritage Meets Climate: Azerbaijan’s COP29 climate champion Nigar Arpadarai proposed a Turkic-world network of protected natural and cultural sites, calling for regional cooperation on biodiversity, water, land restoration and climate resilience. Cultural Heritage Protection: A Culture Ministry official said Armenians carried out illegal restoration at Khudavang Monastery in Kalbajar, removing frescoes and trying to falsify history, while noting mine risks still delay completing an inventory of 130 monuments in Karabakh and East Zangezur. Diplomacy & Education: Sweden’s new ambassador Louise Morsing said she wants to deepen ties with Azerbaijan in investment, trade, sustainable development and education, while Lithuania’s vice-minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas highlighted cooperation priorities after a visit to Ukraine. Cultural Diplomacy in Baku: The “Azerbaijani Culture for Global Envoys” course opened in Icherisheher, training diplomats through modules on music, literature, visual arts, theatre and cinema. Learning & Youth: Azerbaijan’s PISA 2025 results show top logic and reading skills among Azerbaijan, Armenia and Georgia, and the National Art Museum launched a Renaissance-focused “Art History for Children” program. Global Solidarity via Aid: Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov said Azerbaijan has supported 140+ countries over 15 years, with about $400m allocated since 2020, including education grants for foreign students. Sports & Culture Crossover: Sabah’s Champions League debut spotlights coach Valdas Dambrauskas’ unlikely path from a TV quiz win to managing Azerbaijan’s champions.
Champions League & Culture: Sabah’s coach Valdas Dambrauskas—once a quiz contestant on “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?” in Lithuania—now leads the Azerbaijani club into its Champions League debut against Manchester United at Old Trafford, a feel-good sports story that doubles as a reminder how culture and curiosity travel. Moroccan Heritage in Baku: Moroccan Heritage Days run Sept. 10–14 in Baku, with caftans (UN-listed intangible heritage), music, crafts, cuisine and fashion—organized by the Moroccan Embassy and local partners. Azerbaijan on the world stage: Azerbaijani culture was showcased at Malaysia’s Intercultural Day festival in Kuala Lumpur, featuring kelaghayi and national dishes. Arts & remembrance: Azerbaijan’s Russian Drama Theatre held farewell ceremonies for People’s Artist Aleksandr Sharovsky, honoring decades of theatre work. Education rights: A global push for free education gained momentum at the UN, with Azerbaijan among supporters of drafting a treaty to reduce financial barriers. Talysh language & activism: Azerbaijan sentenced Talysh activist Kamal Isaev to 8.5 years over publications tied to calls against the state and ethnic hatred claims, with defense arguing the case targets educational material. Work & livelihoods: Azerbaijan reported 1.781 million salaried employees as of Aug. 1, 2026, with education and trade among the biggest sectors.
Art & Environment: Leyla Aliyeva’s MAMA “Mother Nature” international art exhibition opened at the Pons Foundation in Madrid, bringing together artists from Azerbaijan and across Europe to spotlight the link between humanity and environmental protection. Cultural Exchange: Morocco’s “Moroccan Heritage Days” are set for Baku from September 10–14, featuring fashion (including the UNESCO-listed Moroccan caftan), music, photography, crafts, gastronomy and tourism. Local Culture Spotlight: “Shanliurfa Culture Days” launched in Baku’s Old City at Gosha Gala Square, sharing Turkish heritage through crafts, cuisine, folklore and music. Arts Community Loss: Azerbaijan marked the passing of People’s Artist Aleksandr Sharovsky with farewell ceremonies at the S. Vurgun Azerbaijan State Academic Russian Drama Theatre, with Culture Minister Adil Karimli and major cultural figures in attendance. Education Rights: UN-backed efforts to protect education from attack and expand free education for every child were highlighted as global priorities, including a push for a treaty protocol on free public schooling. Minority Rights Under Pressure: Talysh activist Kamal Isayev was sentenced to 8.5 years in Baku over alleged state-related and ethnic-hatred charges, while reports also flag worsening health conditions for Talysh researcher Iqbal Abilov.
Human Rights & Minority Culture: Talysh culture researcher Iqbal Abilov’s health has reportedly deteriorated after repeated punishment-cell placements, as his 18-year sentence is upheld; his defense plans an ECHR complaint. Education & Diaspora: Azerbaijan will prepare proposals to improve Azerbaijani-language education in Georgia, focusing on textbook translation and mismatches between education systems. Education Materials: Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Science and Education has sent 22,050 Azerbaijani-language textbooks (grades I–XI) to Azerbaijani-language schools in Georgia for the 2026–2027 year. Culture & Heritage Events: A Sulut Symposium in Ismayilli highlighted archaeologist Fazil Osmanov’s legacy and broader work on historical sites and monuments. Climate & Youth: Baku Climate Action Week’s COP31 roundtable stressed climate education and youth skills, linking learning to clean-energy jobs. International Cultural Diplomacy: The Sheikh Hamad Translation Award received 256 nominations from 33 countries, including Azerbaijani-language translation directions. Regional Cooperation: Azerbaijan and Algeria discussed expanding energy ties and preparing a first joint commission meeting, with education and pharmaceuticals on the agenda.
Azerbaijani Education Abroad: Azerbaijan will prepare proposals to improve Azerbaijani-language education in Georgia, focusing on textbook translation and differences between education systems, after studies flagged ongoing shortcomings. Culture & Heritage: A new exhibition, “Spirit of Time in Folk Art,” opened in Almaty to mark Latif Karimov’s 120th anniversary, spotlighting Azerbaijani carpet art and strengthening Azerbaijan–Kazakhstan cultural ties. Climate & Youth: Baku Climate Action Week’s high-level roundtable “From Commitments to Implementation: Towards COP31” put youth and climate education at the center, linking skills and jobs to clean-energy transitions. Diaspora Cooperation: Azerbaijan and Türkiye signed an MoU on diaspora cooperation, aiming to deepen people-to-people ties. Community Lifestyle: AzerGold’s 7th mobile medical examination campaign delivered free checkups to 322 residents in Dashkasan, including full ophthalmology services. International Spotlight: The Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding received 256 nominations from 33 countries, with Azerbaijani among the language pairs.
Human Rights & Activism: Azerbaijani human rights activist Anar Mammadli was sentenced to 13 years in prison, with Anar Abdulla getting 12, as lawyers and rights groups call it politically motivated punishment. Culture & Heritage: Scholars from 23 countries urged joint efforts to preserve the living cultural heritage of nomadic peoples, with Azerbaijan among participants at a conference tied to the World Nomad Games. Education & Skills: bp opened a modern renewable energy laboratory at Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University, supporting renewable energy teaching and applied research in solar, wind and hydrogen. Pop Culture in Baku: Baku Film & Comic Con returns Sept. 13 with film, anime, cosplay and gaming, featuring German actor Tom Wlaschiha and Azerbaijani guest Islam Gandzhaev. Climate & Diplomacy: UNFCCC Climate Week 4 kicked off in Baku, running until Sept. 11, as officials push dialogue on energy transition, climate finance and industrial decarbonization. Regional Notes: Latvia and Armenia signed an immigration readmission protocol, while UN rights chief Volker Türk called for stronger migrant protections.
Human Rights in Court: Baku’s Serious Crimes Court sentenced election-monitoring activist Anar Mammadli to 13 years and co-defendant Anar Abdulla to 12, with lawyers calling the case politically motivated. Rights & Migration: UN High Commissioner Volker Türk urged stronger migrant protections and warned that wars and inequality are straining the human-rights system, while his remarks focused on migration and detention deaths. Renewable Energy Education: bp presented a modern renewable energy laboratory at Azerbaijan State Oil and Industry University, supporting solar, wind and hydrogen training through a $2 million education initiative. Culture & Pop Events: Baku Film & Comic Con returns Sept. 13 at Baku Expo Center, featuring international guest Tom Wlaschiha, cosplay competitions, gaming, workshops and Azerbaijani actor Islam Gandzhaev. Heritage Under Fire: Reports claim Azerbaijan destroyed an old Armenian-Russian cemetery in Shushi, citing satellite-image comparisons and alleging deliberate erasure of cultural traces. Climate Dialogue in Baku: UNFCCC Climate Week 4 continues in Baku through Sept. 11, with panels on hydrogen for industry, clean-energy innovation and regional cooperation ahead of COP31.
UN Climate Week in Baku: UNFCCC Climate Week 4 officially kicked off in Azerbaijan’s capital, running until Sept. 11, with the Sept. 9 opening ceremony focused on energy transition, climate finance, and industrial decarbonization—bringing together policymakers, business, researchers, youth, cities, and civil society, plus arts and culture figures. Cultural diplomacy in Europe: Azerbaijan showcased national culture at a National Minorities Festival in Sokolov, Czech Republic, featuring Azerbaijani costumes, cuisine, music, and dances. Azerbaijan–Germany ties: Ambassador Nasimi Aghayev visited Lower Saxony, meeting local leaders and business circles and discussing cooperation in economy, culture, education, and tourism. Baku–Türkiye heritage days: “Shanliurfa Culture Days” opened in Baku at Icherisheher Square, highlighting Türkiye’s heritage through exhibitions, handicrafts, folklore, concerts, and cuisine. Opera festival countdown: Azerbaijan’s III International Fidan Hajiyeva Opera Festival is set to run from Sept. 7 to Dec. 7, combining performances with master classes and educational events across regions and abroad. Youth football investment: Sabah FC announced an AZN 10 million program to boost children’s football, building on support tied to its UEFA Champions League qualification. Human rights dispute: Azerbaijan’s Ombudsman rejected Armenian rights allegations about prisoners, saying they’re unfounded and biased and aimed at undermining peace talks. Climate finance gap (global context): A report says Africa receives only about 23% of needed climate finance, with major shortfalls for both mitigation and adaptation.
Azerbaijani 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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