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Azerbaijan's Central Bank Approves New Payment System Tariffs Effective April 1, 2027
The Central Bank of Azerbaijan has approved a new tariff policy for payment systems: upper tariff limits in AZIPS and XÖHKS have been reduced, while fees for the instant payment system AÖS have been set at a lower level.
CBA: New Payment System Tariffs Will Not Directly Affect Citizens
The Central Bank of Azerbaijan clarified that the approved tariffs for the Interbank Card Center apply only to banks and payment organizations, not to end users.
Azerbaijan Railways launches additional Baku–Tbilisi services from 1 November
From 1 November 2026, four daily trains will run on the Baku–Tbilisi–Baku route, increasing passenger capacity from 386 to 564 seats. Standard-class tickets for the additional services start at 36 manats.
Why Utility Bills Vary Across Russian Cities
The average utility bill for a family of three in a 52 sq. m apartment is 5,500 rubles, but in Makhachkala it is 2,700, while in the Far North and Far East it reaches 10,600 rubles.
TMTM Participants Discuss Optimization of Freight Costs
The Working Group on the Trans-Caspian Route considered tariff policy and container transportation to enhance the attractiveness of the Middle Corridor.
Azerbaijan to Raise Minimum Home Internet Tariff to 25 Manats
From October 1, the minimum cost of broadband internet access in Azerbaijan will be 25 manats per month. The changes will affect only home internet.
DeepSeek Introduces Time-Based API Pricing from August 16
DeepSeek announces revised API pricing for V4 models, with rates varying by time of day. New terms take effect on August 16, 2026.
Trump Imposes 100% Tariffs on Large Drone Imports
U.S. President Donald Trump signed a proclamation imposing tariffs on imported drones and their components, citing national security concerns.
CBO Raises US Budget Deficit Forecast for 2026 to $2.1 Trillion
The US Congressional Budget Office has revised its 2026 budget deficit forecast upward by $200 billion to $2.1 trillion, citing lower-than-expected tariff revenues.
China and US Gather Opinions on $30 Billion Tariff Reduction Framework
China and the US are collecting public opinions on a proposed framework for mutual tariff reductions worth $30 billion each, according to China's Ministry of Commerce.
US and Canada to Intensify Tariff Negotiations
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he and US President Donald Trump agreed to step up tariff talks in the coming weeks.
Brazil Offsets Losses from US Tariffs with New Markets
In the first half of 2026, Brazil's exports to China, India, and the EU grew by $3.2 billion, covering the $520 million damage from US tariffs.
Toyota Moves Production from Mexico to Texas
Toyota is moving Tacoma pickup production from Mexico to Texas, citing tariffs. President Trump said 'tariffs work.'