Despite the absence of diplomatic relations and an unfinished peace process, trade between Azerbaijan and Armenia continues to grow. In the first six months of 2026, Azerbaijan exported goods worth $17.1 million to its neighbor. These figures come from Azerbaijan's State Statistical Committee.

Residents of most North Caucasus republics would need between 9 and 12 years to save enough money to buy their own apartment. According to a new housing affordability ranking by RIA Novosti, these timeframes are the longest in the country.

Grozny State Oil Technical University (GGNTU) and the "Bers" dental center are collaborating on an artificial intelligence system for digital dentistry. The project aims to automate tooth modeling based on 3D scans; the developers estimate this will significantly reduce the time required to prepare for prosthetic procedures.

The Russian government will provide an additional 4.4 billion rubles to Chechnya and Dagestan to address the aftermath of spring floods. The funds will be used for the major repair of damaged homes and the purchase of new housing for families whose homes were deemed uninhabitable.

The Armenian government will allocate 3.14 billion drams (equivalent to approximately $8.1 million) to support companies that have already shipped their products abroad. The funds will go to exporters of greenhouse vegetables, fresh fruit, and flowers, as well as mineral water, wine, and Armenian brandy.

The first shipment of Armenian apricots will arrive in Poland in the coming days. Exports will subsequently expand to other European countries.

In 2025, Grozny ranked fourth among 100 large Russian cities in terms of new housing construction. According to official statistics, the Chechen capital had 1,773 square meters of new housing per capita. This is the best result among all regions of the North Caucasus.

According to a RIA Novosti study, Ingushetia ranked 85th, the last, in the list of Russian regions based on income levels for 2025. Other regions of the North Caucasus Federal District also ranked low: Karachay-Cherkessia ranked 83rd, Chechnya 77th, and North Ossetia 71st. The situation is better in Kabardino-Balkaria (66th) and Dagestan (57th).

Armenia showcased its defense-industrial potential at the Eurosatory 2026 international exhibition held in Paris. Thirty Armenian companies showcased their developments, 18 of which are exhibitors, and 12 are registered as visitors.

The ancient technology of wineskin cheese production from Dagestan could gain international recognition. It is being considered for inclusion in the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) program, which recognizes unique agricultural practices that have survived the ravages of time and industrialization.