Azerbaijan's petroleum product exports surge in first half of 2026

Azerbaijan exported over 486,600 tonnes of petroleum products during the first six months of 2026, according to customs declarations released by the State Customs Committee.

The value of the exported petroleum products totaled $385.85 million during the January–June period.

Compared with the same period of 2025, the volume of petroleum product exports increased 1.7 times, while their value rose 2.7 times.

Petroleum products accounted for 2.36% of Azerbaijan's total exports in the first half of the year.

Overall, Azerbaijan's foreign trade turnover reached $24.66 billion in the January–June period, with exports totaling $16.32 billion and imports amounting to $8.34 billion. The country recorded a $7.98 billion trade surplus, according to the State Customs Committee.