Azerbaijan’s revenues from mandatory state social insurance elevate in 5M2025

Shorouk Express Economy Materials 17 June 2025 23:35 (UTC +04:00) Azerbaijan saw stronger-than-expected performance in its social insurance collections during the first five months of 2025. Revenues from mandatory state social insurance exceeded forecasts by 187.2 million manat ($110.45 million), reflecting a 7.8 percent increase. Access to paid information is limited …

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Turkic States sign joint communiqué on family and social policy…. (Update)

Shorouk Express BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 12.​ Leaders from the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) signed a joint communiqué following their second meeting of ministers and heads of institutions responsible for family and social policy matters in Azerbaijan’s Baku, Trend reports. The participants discussed the challenges faced by modern families, measures to strengthen the family institution,…

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Watch: Robert Jenrick confronts TfL ‘fare dodgers’ in social media video

Shorouk Express Robert Jenrick has released a video of himself confronting alleged fare dodgers on the London Underground, as he claimed lawbreakers are “chipping away at society”. The shadow justice secretary visited Stratford station where he filmed several alleged fare dodgers appearing to break the law. The former Conservative leadership contender is also seen reporting…

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Woman in mushroom murder trial told social worker her ex-husband was ‘controlling’

Shorouk Express On The Ground newsletter: Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly dispatch from our international correspondents Get a weekly international news dispatch A child protection worker in the Erin Patterson trial told the court that the accused described her relationship with her estranged husband, Simon Patterson, as “controlling” and…

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‘Social glue’: Why it’s no surprise European states are toughening language requirements

Shorouk Express Several European countries require the knowledge of the local language to obtain permanent residence or citizenship, and more are introducing such policies or toughening up the level required. In 2024, France passed a law requiring French language tests for certain types of residency card. Sweden is currently moving ahead with language requirements for…

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