BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 19. Burkina Faso has
assumed the chairmanship of the Board of Governors of the Islamic
Development Bank (IDB) Group for 2027, succeeding Azerbaijan,
Trend's
correspondent reports from the event.
The transfer of the chairmanship was announced following the
plenary session of the IDB Group Annual Meeting held in Baku.
Speaking at the closing session, Azerbaijan's Minister of
Economy, Mikayil Jabbarov, thanked participants and organizers for
contributing to what he described as a successful forum.
“Before closing the 2026 Annual Meetings, I would like to thank
everyone who contributed to the success of this plenary meeting,”
Jabbarov said.
He expressed appreciation to governors and alternate governors,
heads of delegations, board members, and other participants for
attending the event and supporting the continued development of IDB
Group institutions.
Jabbarov also thanked organizing teams, volunteers, and partner
organizations for their efforts in hosting the meetings in
Baku.
“It was a great honor for Azerbaijan to host you all. I wish you
a fruitful stay in our country and a safe return home. I look
forward to continuing our cooperation,” he said.
The minister also acknowledged the work of interpreters,
praising their role in facilitating communication throughout the
event.
“On behalf of all meeting participants, let me also thank the
team of interpreters, who ensured smooth and impeccable
communication between us throughout these days,” Jabbarov
added.
