BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 23. The Speaker of the
Azerbaijani Parliament, Sahiba Gafarova, as part of her working
visit to the Russian Federation, visited the Consulate General of
the Republic of Azerbaijan in St. Petersburg, a source in the
parliament told Trend.
The Azerbaijani parliamentary delegation visited the bust of the
National Leader of the Azerbaijani people and founder of the
modern, independent Azerbaijani state, Heydar Aliyev, inside the
administrative building of the Consulate General, and placed floral
bouquets before it.
While speaking with the staff of the Consulate General, Speaker
Sahiba Gafarova presented the consulate with books dedicated to the
life and activities of the National Leader Heydar Aliyev.
Following the meeting, an official reception dedicated to May 28
– Independence Day was hosted by the Consulate General.
Speakers at the event highlighted the historical significance of
Independence Day in the history of Azerbaijani statehood, the
country's path of development, and the milestones achieved during
its modern years of independence. Additionally, video presentations
were screened showcasing the achievements won by Azerbaijan under
the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, the worthy successor to
the National Leader Heydar Aliyev.
The festive event continued with a concert program featuring
performances by prominent Azerbaijani cultural and art figures.
