Baku:A meeting of the Binagadi District Organization of the New Azerbaijan Party (YAP) was convened at AZERTAC on October 29 to deliberate on the priorities outlined by President Ilham Aliyev during the party’s 8th Congress.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, before the meeting, attendees paid tribute to National Leader Heydar Aliyev, the founder of YAP, by laying flowers at his bust in AZERTAC’s foyer. The session commenced with a minute of silence in memory of Heydar Aliyev and fallen martyrs, followed by the national anthem of Azerbaijan.
Daghbeyi Ismayilov, Deputy Chairman of AZERTAC’s Board, highlighted that the 8th Congress of YAP represented a significant milestone in Azerbaijan’s independent statehood. He noted that President Ilham Aliyev’s comprehensive address clearly defined the key tasks facing the state and society, including the successful continuation of policies initiated by Heydar Aliyev. These policies have led to the liberation of Azerbaijan’s territories and the full restoration of its sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The meeting focused on examining strategic priorities set forth in the President’s address, such as security, social welfare, ideological work, and the revival of liberated territories. The role of journalists in informing the public about these priorities was also underscored.
MP Sabina Khasayeva emphasized that the congress occurred after the full restoration of Azerbaijan’s territorial integrity and sovereignty. She noted that President Aliyev’s address reviewed the country’s historical journey and its victories while establishing key objectives for the future, expressing confidence in Azerbaijan’s continued achievements.
Vusar Ismayilov, Chairman of YAP’s Binagadi District Organization, reaffirmed the party’s dedication to supporting President Aliyev’s policies, safeguarding national interests, and building a stronger Azerbaijan. The importance of protecting national security in the information and ideological spheres was also discussed, emphasizing the need to educate patriotic and knowledgeable young people to counter external influence and disinformation. Participants stressed the necessity of combating manipulation and firmly safeguarding national interests.