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Tourism, reconstruction projects and political developments in Garabagh and Eastern Zangezur were among the main topics of the October 16, 2026, edition of “AnewZ Daily Brief.”
Tourists visit Garabagh and Eastern Zangezur
A group of about 40 tourists from 13 countries has completed a three-day visit to Azerbaijan’s Garabagh and Eastern Zangezur regions.
The group, led by Charles Veley, founder of Most Traveled People (MTP), visited historic sites including Azykh Cave, Shusha, Khudavang Monastery and Ganjasar Monastery.
The visitors also learned about reconstruction work in Zangilan, the Horadiz-Aghband railway and ongoing demining operations in Jabrayil. They observed the region’s cultural heritage and reconstruction process firsthand.
This was the 17th visit organized by major international travel clubs to Garabagh and Eastern Zangezur since 2021.
Exhibition and film premiere held in Baku
The sixth Rebuild Garabagh exhibition is being held at the Baku Expo Center from October 14 to 16. The event has brought together companies involved in the region’s reconstruction.
Dedicated to infrastructure, investment and business partnerships, the exhibition showcases developments in construction, transport, energy and environmental restoration.
Part of Caspian Construction Week, the exhibition also features business meetings and discussions on urban planning, reconstruction and cultural heritage.
The premiere of “44,” a feature film depicting events surrounding the 2020 Garabagh war, was held at the Heydar Aliyev Center in Baku on October 12.
Made with the support of the Ministry of Culture, the Azerbaijan Film Agency (ARKA) and the Baku Media Center, the film tells the stories of military personnel and civilians affected by the conflict.
Filmed at more than 130 locations over five years, the film features Azerbaijani actors as well as Turkish actress Özge Gürel. It opened in cinemas across the country on October 15.
Garabagh reconstruction discussed at Caspian Construction Week
Caspian Construction Week brought together more than 200 local and international companies in Baku to highlight opportunities in construction and regional development.
Discussions examined how digital media, education and innovation could contribute to Garabagh’s reconstruction and long-term development.
Participants stressed the importance of combating disinformation, strengthening the provision of accurate information and involving the younger generation in shaping the region’s future. The event concludes on October 16.
Ilham Aliyev recalls 2020 war at CICA summit
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev highlighted the liberation of Azerbaijani territories in his address to the seventh CICA summit.
Recalling military tensions with Armenia in July and August 2020, he spoke about events leading up to the 44-day war.
Ilham Aliyev said Azerbaijani forces liberated more than 300 cities and villages during the war. The fighting ended after a trilateral statement was signed on November 10, 2020.
