Baku:Gary Stevenson, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, recently met with Ramin Mammadov, the Chairman of Azerbaijan’s State Committee on Affairs with Religious Associations, to discuss the country’s dedication to interfaith dialogue and cooperation.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the meeting focused on Azerbaijan’s multicultural environment and its tradition of peaceful coexistence. Mammadov highlighted the country’s efforts under President Ilham Aliyev to preserve and develop these traditions, emphasizing policies aimed at expanding cooperation among different religions and cultures.
Mammadov further discussed Azerbaijan’s initiatives to strengthen trust amid religious and ethnic diversity, ensure freedom of belief, and safeguard religious security. He noted the state’s commitment to promoting unity and solidarity within society. Stevenson expressed his appreciation for Azerbaijan’s emphasis on interfaith dialogue and its climate of tolerance, praising the country’s contributions to global religious tolerance through international events.
The meeting was also attended by Miles Hansen, CEO of the Stirling Foundation, and Church members Benjamin Tai, Jack Gerard, and Paul Picard. The guests commended the peaceful coexistence of different ethnic communities in Azerbaijan, acknowledging their historical unity as one family.