Azerbaijan State News Agency Reports on Recent Diplomatic and Cultural Developments


Baku:President of Türkiye, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, and President of North Macedonia, Gordana Siljanovska-Davkova, have both held telephone conversations with President of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev. These discussions highlight the ongoing diplomatic engagements of Azerbaijan with other nations.



According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Ilham Aliyev has issued an order to establish the Azikh-Taghlar Archaeological Park State Reserve. This initiative aims to preserve and promote the archaeological heritage of Azerbaijan.



Leyla Aliyeva, a prominent figure, attended the World Summit on Investing in Children’s Well-being in Samarkand. During the summit, she met with the First Lady of Zimbabwe and emphasized the importance of international cooperation in combating childhood cancer.



Additionally, the Azerbaijan State News Agency participated in the 12th Baku International Book Fair, showcasing the country’s commitment to cultural and literary exchanges. Meanwhile, the Press Council has raised concerns over fake messages being sent in journalists’ names, highlighting the challenges faced by the media sector.



Azerbaijan also had a significant presence at the AVIAREPS Roadshow in Czechia, where it showcased its cultural heritage and mountain adventures. Furthermore, a delegation from TÜRK-AY visited Khankendi, underscoring the importance of regional cooperation.



In the realm of international health, Africa is confronting the most geographically widespread Ebola outbreak on record, with cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo nearing 10,000. This situation presents a significant challenge for global health authorities.



AzerEnerji and the World Bank are in discussions to expand energy cooperation, reflecting Azerbaijan’s strategic focus on energy development. In addition, the Central Bank of Azerbaijan is studying the experiences of the Central Bank of Portugal to enhance its financial systems.



Lastly, AzerGold CJSC has established its first subsidiary in a foreign country, ‘AzerGold Uzbekistan,’ marking a significant step in the company’s international expansion efforts.