Baku: On the occasion of the upcoming Armed Forces Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, First Deputy Minister of Defense and Chief of the General Staff of the Azerbaijani Army, Colonel General Karim Valiyev, visited the Heydar Aliyev Military Institute. During the visit, he met with officers, cadets, and academic staff, as reported by APA, citing the Ministry of Defense.
According to Azeri-Press News Agency, the visit commenced with a tribute ceremony where flowers were laid at the statue of National Leader Heydar Aliyev and at the Memorial Complex dedicated to the Shehids, honoring their memory with respect. Colonel General Valiyev discussed the successful military reforms implemented under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, highlighting the beneficial impact of international military experience and modern technological advancements on military science and education in Azerbaijan.
Colonel General Valiyev also referenced President Aliyev’s remarks during the opening ceremony of the “Azerbaijan” residential complex in Kahramanmaras, Trkiye. He emphasized the strategic alliance between Azerbaijan and Trkiye, noting that their relationship is founded on friendship and continues to develop strongly.
Addressing the cadets, Colonel General Valiyev encouraged them to focus on self-improvement and professional training to become competent officers. He wished them success in their future service.
The visit concluded with the communication of the Minister of Defense’s instructions aimed at enhancing the quality of education at the military institute, with specific directives given to the responsible personnel.