BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 24. A grand concert
dedicated to the 30th anniversary of the establishment of
diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and Peru was held in Lima
on June 23.
This was announced in the report by the Embassy of
Azerbaijan.
According to the report, the concert was organized by the
Diplomatic Mission of Azerbaijan in Peru with the support of the
Peruvian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Lima City Municipality,
and the National Commission of Azerbaijan for UNESCO.
The concert took place at the Manuel Asensio Segura Theater
(Teatro Segura), one of the historical architectural monuments of
Lima, one of the oldest theaters in Latin America, and considered
an important symbol of the cultural heritage of Peru.
The anniversary event was attended by Peru's Minister for Women
and Vulnerable Populations Edith Pariona Valer, Vice Mayor of Lima
Fabiola Morales, Mayor of Miraflores Municipality of Lima Carlos
Canales, representatives of the Peruvian Ministry of Foreign
Affairs, the Peruvian Ministry of Energy, the Peruvian Ministry of
Culture and Congress, heads and representatives of diplomatic
missions accredited in the country, mayors of various regions,
representatives of the Azerbaijani diaspora, representatives of
socio-political, cultural and business circles, scientists, as well
as friends of Azerbaijan.
Speaking at the opening of the event, Seymur Fataliyev,
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Azerbaijan to the
United Mexican States and also accredited to Peru, said that the
celebration of the 30th anniversary of the establishment of
diplomatic relations between Azerbaijan and Peru is an indicator of
the successful development of friendship, mutual respect, and
cooperation between the two countries. He emphasized that in recent
years, political dialogue, interparliamentary relations,
cooperation within international organizations, as well as mutual
relations in the fields of culture and education have significantly
expanded.
The ambassador also assessed the holding of the first political
consultations between Azerbaijan and Peru, the activities of
inter-parliamentary friendship groups, and mutual support on
international platforms as important steps in the development of
relations. Noting that culture is one of the main bridges that
bring people closer together, he highlighted the vast potential for
further deepening cultural exchanges and humanitarian cooperation
between the two countries.
At the end of his speech, the Ambassador expressed his
confidence that the friendly and cooperative relations between
Azerbaijan and Peru will continue to strengthen, develop in new
directions, and serve the well-being of both peoples.
Speaking later, Director of the European Department of the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru, Ambassador Extraordinary and
Plenipotentiary, Luis Alberto Campana, emphasized the dynamic
development of relations between Azerbaijan and Peru in recent
years. Speaking about the importance of expanding political
dialogue and deepening mutually beneficial cooperation, he said
that the Peruvian side is ready to further develop cooperation with
Azerbaijan in various fields, including culture, education, and
international initiatives.
Deputy of the Peruvian Congress and member of the
Peru-Azerbaijani Interparliamentary Friendship Group, Rosangella
Andrea Barbaran Reyes, expressed her satisfaction with the
development of interparliamentary cooperation between the two
countries. Noting that cultural diplomacy plays an important role
in strengthening mutual understanding and friendship between
peoples, he said that such events contribute to the further
expansion of humanitarian and cultural relations between Azerbaijan
and Peru.
After the official speeches, the participants of the event were
presented with a special concert program consisting of the works of
Azerbaijani and Peruvian composers, which highlighted the rich
cultural heritage of both nations. Artistic director and chief
conductor of the Azerbaijan State Symphony Orchestra, chief
conductor of the Baku State Chamber Orchestra, honored artist,
well-known Azerbaijani maestro Fuad Ibrahimov, artistic direction,
performance of Peruvian opera singer Rosa Parodi, and the
participation of the Peruvian Symphony Orchestra welcomed the
guests with great interest and applause. More than 700 guests
participated in the event.
The anniversary concert became a bright embodiment of friendship
and cultural relations between Azerbaijan and Peru, and once again
demonstrated mutual interest in expanding cooperation between the
two countries in various fields.
