Baku: ‘It is gratifying that today our elders actively participate in all spheres of the country’s life,’ said President Ilham Aliyev in his address to the participants of the 9th Congress of the Council of Elders of Azerbaijan, APA reports.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev emphasized the growing threats in the world, particularly the erosion of national and spiritual values and family values in many countries due to globalization and the harmful influence of social media platforms. He noted that these challenges further highlight the significance and role of the institution of eldership in Azerbaijan.
The president stressed that one of the main tasks facing the elders is to raise the youth in the spirit of national patriotism and attachment to their roots. He urged the elders to guide the younger generation onto the right path, ensuring the continued preservation and promotion of national values amidst global changes.