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Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer XPeng has begun trial production of flying cars at its factory in southern China, Azernews reports.

“XPeng Aeroht, the flying car manufacturing division of XPeng, has started trial production at the world’s first intelligent factory dedicated to the serial production of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles,” the company announced.

The 120,000-square-meter factory, located in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, has already produced the first removable electric aircraft modules for its modular Land Aircraft Carrier vehicle.

The Guangzhou plant has a design production capacity of 10,000 removable aircraft modules per year, with an initial output of 5,000 units. Once it reaches full capacity, the factory will be able to assemble one aircraft every 30 minutes, according to XPeng.

XPeng’s flying car initiative represents a major step toward the future of urban air mobility in China, a market expected to grow rapidly over the next decade. Experts predict that XPeng’s modular eVTOL design could revolutionize personal transportation, offering a hybrid between road and air travel. The ability to produce removable aircraft modules also suggests a new era of customizable and scalable urban aviation solutions, potentially reshaping how people commute in congested cities.

President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, has signed an order approving the agreement on cooperation between Azerbaijan and Pakistan regarding the implementation of the “ASAN Khidmet” practice in Pakistan.

According to the presidential order, the “Agreement between the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan on Cooperation in the Implementation of the ‘ASAN Khidmet’ Experience in Pakistan,” signed in Islamabad on September 10, 2025, has been officially approved.

Under the document, the State Agency for Public Service and Social Innovations under the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan has been tasked with ensuring the implementation of the Agreement’s provisions once it enters into force.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has been instructed to notify the Government of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan that the internal procedures required for the Agreement’s entry into force have been completed.

A meeting dedicated to the 65th anniversary of the renowned Azerbaijani musician Mansum Ibrahimov has taken place at the Kurmangazy Children’s Creativity Center in Fuzuli, Azernews reports.

The event was held as part of the “Friend of the Master” project, organized by the Culture Ministry’s Scientific, Methodological and Qualification Center for Culture (MEMIM).

The guest of honor at the event, which was supported by the Garabagh Regional Department of Culture, was Mansum Ibrahimov, head of the Mugham Department at the Azerbaijan National Conservatory, Professor, recipient of the state orders “Sharaf” and “Shohrat”, and People’s Artist of Azerbaijan.

The event began with a moment of silence to honor the memory of the martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the territorial integrity and sovereignty of the country.

Aydin Bashirov, head of the Garabagh Regional Department of Culture, praised the meetings with renowned cultural figures organized in the regions.

He congratulated Mansum Ibrahimov on his 65th anniversary and presented him with a portrait, created using the technique of embossing on glass by Ekrem Gurbanov, an artist from the Kurmangazy Children’s Creativity Center.

Vugar Humbatov, MEMIM Acting Director, Doctor of Philosophy in Art History, and Associate Professor, noted that such meetings with art masters are highly appreciated in the regions, and MEMIM regularly organizes such projects.

In his speech, Mansum Ibrahimov shared his thoughts on the philosophy of mugham music and highlighted the state’s significant efforts in promoting this genre. He also discussed mugham schools and what performers should focus on when performing this musical art.

The event featured performances by People’s Artist Elchin Gashimov on the tar, Honored Artist Elnur Ahmadov on the kamancha, and Ibrahimov’s students Gunay Imamverdiyeva and Orkhan Huseynli, accompanied by Nihad Mammadov on the naghara.

Additionally, students from music schools in the Fuzuli district, including Tunar Gafarov, Mustadjab Aliyev, and Rasul Baghirov, performed with the accompaniment of Rauf Hasanov (tar) and Ulvi Hajiyev (kamancha). Zulfia Orujova, a finalist of the children’s creativity festival, recited a poem by Razi Ilham dedicated to Mansum Ibrahimov.

The meeting was attended by teachers and students from music and art schools in nearby districts, as well as the families of martyrs and veterans, and members of the public. Mansum Ibrahimov answered questions from the audience.

The event was moderated by MEMIM staff member Lyaman Ayubova, and also featured a speech by the father of a martyr, Hamid Hamidli (1996-2023), a holder of the Azerbaijan Flag Order, who expressed his gratitude to the event organizers.

The event concluded with Mansum Ibrahimov and his students performing the music piece “Qarabag Sik?st?si” which was met with prolonged applause from the audience.

Media partners of the event are Azernews.Az, Trend.Az, Day.Az, and Milli.Az.

A meeting was held at the Azerbaijani Embassy in Romania between Azerbaijani media officials and Member of the European Parliament Christian Terhes to discuss prospects for strengthening cooperation between Azerbaijan and the European Union in the fields of information, communication, and media, Azernews reports.

The meeting was attended by Vugar Aliyev, Chairman of the Board of Directors of AZERTAC; Ahmad Ismayilov, Executive Director of the Media Development Agency; Ismat Sattarov, Chairman of the Audiovisual Council; and Qudsi Osmanov, Ambassador of Azerbaijan to Romania.

The discussions focused on expanding collaboration in media and communication, enhancing information security across the region, and promoting truthful reporting in the European information space. Christian Terhes emphasized that the European Parliament attaches great importance to peacebuilding and dialogue in the South Caucasus and praised Azerbaijan’s modern media policy, its support for media independence, and its ongoing digital transformation efforts.

Participants also discussed Azerbaijan’s leading role in the South Caucasus following the establishment of peace and highlighted the Joint Declaration signed between Azerbaijan and Armenia on August 8 in Washington as a milestone for regional cooperation.

During their remarks, Vugar Aliyev, Ahmad Ismayilov, and Ismat Sattarov underlined the importance of integrating Azerbaijani media into European networks, strengthening international partnerships, and expanding journalist exchange and training programs. Ambassador Osmanov noted that the high level of political and economic relations between Azerbaijan and Romania opens new opportunities for joint media projects and called on European partners to help ensure that objective information about Azerbaijan’s peace and reconstruction efforts reaches international audiences.

The meeting also addressed issues such as countering disinformation, improving digital media literacy, enhancing young journalists’ access to European experience, and deepening communication on energy security. Both sides agreed to continue developing cooperation and launching new joint initiatives to strengthen Azerbaijan-Europe information ties.

A significant event of historical importance for the Turkic world will take place on November 4, 2025, during the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, Azernews reports.

The Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation will present unique projects reflecting the depth and greatness of Turkic civilization for the first time.

According to information provided to the “Literature and Arts” portal by the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation, the presentation will include the following projects:

A catalog titled Cultural Code of the Turkic World, which is aligned with the “Vision for the Turkic World 2040 and “TURKTIME” strategic documents adopted by the heads of Turkic states, focusing on the cultural heritage of the Turkic world;

The publication of the multi-volume “Turkic Folklore Heritage” anthology, initiated by the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, and supported by the leaders of Turkic states.

For the implementation of these unique projects, the Turkic Culture and Heritage Foundation has brought together prominent scholars and experts from the Turkic world. They have made invaluable contributions to the systematization, study, and transmission of the rich cultural and scientific heritage of the Turkic peoples to future generations.

As part of the program, on November 3, 2025, an event was held to commemorate the Turkic Language Family Day (World Turkic Language Family Day), which was adopted by the UNESCO General Conference’s 43rd session.

The event was attended by the heads of the Permanent Delegations of Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkiye, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, and Hungary to UNESCO, representatives of the diplomatic corps and international organizations accredited in Uzbekistan, renowned scholars, cultural institute representatives, and media professionals. The event was accompanied by performances by the ambassadors of Turkic culture and heritage, the soloists of the Turan ethno-folk ensemble.

As a result, UNESCO has officially declared December 15 as Turkic Language Family Day, which will be celebrated annually.

This event marks another significant milestone in the history of the Turkic peoples, highlighting the international recognition of their linguistic and cultural unity, as well as the contributions of Turkic civilization to the development of world culture and humanitarian cooperation.

Qatar’s Energy Minister Saad bin Sherida Al-Kaabi has warned that the country could suspend its liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies to the European Union if Brussels does not ease its increasingly strict environmental regulations, Azernews reports.

Speaking at an energy forum in Doha, Al-Kaabi criticized the EU’s push for net-zero emissions, calling the targets ‘unrealistic’ and potentially damaging to global energy security. He argued that while Europe’s climate goals are admirable, their rapid implementation risks undermining the stability of energy markets and deterring much-needed investment in natural gas infrastructure.

“We support the transition to cleaner energy sources, but we must be pragmatic,” Al-Kaabi said. “Gas will remain a vital component of the global energy mix for decades to come. Unrealistic targets only create uncertainty for producers and consumers alike.”

In the first quarter of 2025, Qatar became the third-largest LNG supplier to the EU, trailing only the United States and Russia, as Europe sought to diversify its energy sources following the global energy crisis.

Energy analysts note that Qatar’s warning reflects a growing tension between energy producers and Western policymakers, as exporting nations push back against what they see as overly aggressive climate commitments. Qatar, which is currently undertaking a massive expansion of its North Field project-the world’s largest natural gas field-is expected to significantly increase its LNG output by 2027.

Some experts suggest that if Doha follows through on its warning, it could reshape Europe’s LNG supply chain, forcing the EU to rely more heavily on U.S. and African producers or accelerate its renewable energy rollout.

Funding allocated to science in Azerbaijan has increased more than twofold over the last ten years, President Ilham Aliyev said in his speech at the conference marking the 80th anniversary of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences, Azernews reports.

‘During my presidency, attention to the development of Azerbaijani science has been consistently aligned with the policy of National Leader Heydar Aliyev. Numerous steps have been taken,’ the head of state added.

On Monday, Sri Lanka launched an integrated operational task force named “Wana Surakuma” under the Ministry of Environment, aimed at safeguarding the country’s natural forests and wildlife resources, Azernews reports, citing foreign media.

According to the ministry, the primary goal of Wana Surakuma is to enhance the efficiency of forest and wildlife protection operations, while preventing and suppressing environmental crimes such as illegal logging, poaching, and wildlife trafficking.

The task force brings together officers from the Department of Wildlife Conservation, the Department of Forest Conservation, the Police Special Task Force, and representatives from Sri Lanka’s tri-forces. By uniting these agencies, the initiative seeks to strengthen coordination and enable rapid responses to forest-related crimes nationwide.

As part of its outreach, the task force will operate a 24-hour hotline through the short code 1995, allowing the public to report incidents of forest destruction, wildlife harm, or other environmental violations. Officials emphasized that public participation will play a crucial role in protecting Sri Lanka’s natural heritage.

Environmental experts note that Sri Lanka faces increasing pressures from deforestation, illegal wildlife trade, and human-wildlife conflicts, making coordinated initiatives like Wana Surakuma vital. Some analysts also highlight that the task force could become a model for regional cooperation in tackling environmental crimes, potentially inspiring similar efforts in South Asia.

In addition to law enforcement, the task force plans to launch educational campaigns and community engagement programs, aiming to raise awareness about sustainable forest management and wildlife conservation across the country.

Masterclasses on playing the tar and piano have been conducted at the Garabagh Mugham Center named after Uzeyir Hajibayli in Agjabadi, Azernews reports.

The workshops were held as part of the “Wind of Culture” project, organized by the Culture Ministry’s Scientific, Methodological and Qualification Center for Culture (MEMIM).

Director of the Garabagh Mugham Center, Tural Niftaliyev, addressed the event. In his speech, he stressed the significance of holding these masterclasses in celebration of the 140th anniversary of the birth of the great composer, musicologist, and educator Uzeyir Hajibayli, which is being officially marked this year.

The masterclass on tar was conducted by Nemat Mursalov, head of the MEMIM sector and People’s Artist.

The tar virtuoso explained that the goal of the masterclasses was to enhance the knowledge and skills of students in the respective speciality, improve the professionalism of teachers, and provide them with methodological assistance.

Afterwards, students from the Garabagh Mugham Center in Agjabadi and the Uzeyir Hajibayli Children’s Art School performed at the event.

Nemat Mursalov shared insights into the nuances of playing the tar, proper care of the instrument, selecting pieces for performance, and offered advice to both teachers and students.

The piano masterclass was led by Dr. Nargiz Kangarli, a PhD in Art History and a renowned pianist.

Students from the Agjabadi City Uzeyir Hajibayli Children’s Art School performed works by Azerbaijani and international composers.

Nargiz Kangarli highlighted the technical aspects of playing the piano and demonstrated key techniques related to the instrument.

Both masterclasses, which were conducted in an interactive format, generated great interest among teachers and students. Experienced instructors provided detailed answers to participants’ questions.

The project “Wind of Culture” in the Garabagh region is being implemented with the support of the Garabagh Regional Department of Culture.

Media partners of the event are Azernews.Az,Trend.Az, Day.Az, and Milli.Az.

Deputy Minister of Economy Samad Bashirli met with Ukrainian Minister of Health Viktor Lyashko to discuss prospects for expanding cooperation between the two countries, Azernews reports.

At the meeting held at Azerbaijan’s Ministry of Economy, both sides emphasized the importance Baku places on strengthening economic cooperation with Ukraine.

The discussions highlighted opportunities for broadening collaboration in various economic sectors, particularly in trade and investment.

The officials also exchanged views on deepening partnerships in the healthcare industry, including the potential for joint production of medicines and pharmaceutical products, aimed at enhancing mutual industrial capabilities and bilateral economic ties.