AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoSchool Dress-Code Protests: Demonstrations over restrictions on hijabs in Azerbaijani schools have continued, with authorities reporting 37 arrests and complaints of difficulty accessing social media. The rules have prompted debate over religious freedom and secular education. Cambodia Ties: President Ilham Aliyev and Prime Minister Hun Manet oversaw agreements on trade, economic cooperation and tax matters during Manet’s Baku visit. The countries are also exploring direct flights and a broader investment roadmap. Regional Connectivity: Azerbaijan and five other countries signed a protocol to strengthen the CASCA+ corridor, targeting higher freight volumes and fewer delays on routes linking Central Asia with Europe. Diplomacy and Security: Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi will attend the CICA summit in Baku on October 15. Iran’s interior minister also visited for talks on cooperation against cross-border crime. Education: One hundred students from 55 countries have received grants to study at Azerbaijani universities.
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