Caspian - Alpine Team
Russia and Azerbaijan: Between Economic Interdependence and Political Cooling
The article analyzes the current state of Russian-Azerbaijani relations amid the development of the North–South…
Energy Security and Project Economy: The Case of Aliyev’s Visit to New York
Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev’s visit to New York for the UN General Assembly highlighted Baku’s…
Azerbaijan–Germany: Gas Partnership and Prospects for Energy Transition
Germany has become a cornerstone of Azerbaijan’s energy strategy, importing 3 billion cubic meters of…
Azerbaijan’s 2026 State Budget: Stability, Security, and Diversification
Azerbaijan’s draft 2026 state budget reflects a conservative strategy shaped by global uncertainty. With restrained…
The Caspian Sea: Economic and Geopolitical Consequences of Declining Water Levels
The Caspian Sea, long seen as a stable economic and strategic resource, is shrinking rapidly…
Aliyev’s Interview with Al Arabiya and Azerbaijan’s Foreign Policy Priorities
In his interview with Al Arabiya, President Ilham Aliyev framed Azerbaijan as a post-conflict leader…
The Loss of Russia’s Relevance in the South Caucasus
Russia’s role in the South Caucasus is undergoing profound erosion. Once anchored by Armenia’s loyalty…
Russia’s Drone Strikes on SOCAR in Ukraine: Strategic Signaling or Political Desperation?
Russian drone strikes on SOCAR facilities in Odesa marked a shift from Ukraine-focused warfare to…
Switzerland Rejects Another Attempt by Armenian Diaspora Lobby to Influence the Peace Process
In August 2025, Switzerland’s Federal Parliament and Federal Council rejected initiatives from Armenian diaspora lobbying…
Azerbaijan and the Eastern Expansion of the Abraham Accords
Azerbaijan’s potential inclusion in the Abraham Accords reflects a strategic shift toward East-West connectivity. With…
Swiss ABB Strengthens Technological Partnership with Azerbaijan
Swiss ABB is partnering with bp to electrify Azerbaijan’s Sangachal terminal, one of the world’s…
How Azerbaijan Supports and Assists Ukraine
Since 2022, Azerbaijan has provided over $42 million in aid to Ukraine, including humanitarian supplies,…