BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 12.​ A memorial
ceremony dedicated to the day of remembrance for the National
Leader, Heydar Aliyev, was held at the Embassy of Azerbaijan in
China today, Trend
reports via the embassy.


First, a wreath was laid at the bust of National Leader Heydar
Aliyev at the embassy, and his dear memory was honored with a
minute of silence.


Ambassador Bunyad Huseynov spoke about the life path of the
prominent statesman, National Leader Heydar Aliyev, who dedicated
his life to the creation and development of the powerful
Azerbaijani state, and his invaluable services in strengthening the
Azerbaijani state and statehood. He stated that Heydar Aliyev went
down in history as a wise leader, a great strategist, and a
globally-minded political leader. Ambassador Huseynov emphasized
that Heydar Aliyev led the Azerbaijani people and state through the
harsh trials of history, laying the foundation for a bright
future.


The ambassador mentioned that the National Leader paid special
attention to the development of Azerbaijan-China relations. On
Heydar Aliyev’s initiative, Azerbaijan’s Embassy in China was
established, and his official visit to China from March 7-10, 1994,
holds special significance in the relations between the two
countries. Ambassador Huseynov pointed out that as a worthy
successor to Heydar Aliyev’s political course, President Ilham
Aliyev’s pragmatic and far-sighted policies have resulted in the
restoration of Azerbaijan's territorial integrity and sovereignty,
and transformed the country into a rapidly developing state in the
region.


He also noted that the relations between Azerbaijan and China
have now reached the level of a comprehensive strategic
partnership.


Later, the embassy staff, referring to the Great Leader’s
constant adherence to humanitarian principles in his activities,
visited the "Beijing Children's Welfare Institute", which provides
social rehabilitation and adaptation services for children in need
of special care and supports their integration into society.


During a conversation with the staff of the institution,
Huseynov stated that the Azerbaijani people are known for their
mercy and humanitarianism. National Leader Heydar Aliyev also
prioritized mercy, humanitarianism, and spiritual values above all
in his entire career. It's no coincidence that the Heydar Aliyev
Foundation has based its activities on the humanitarian principles
to which the Great Leader remained loyal. The President of the
Heydar Aliyev Foundation, First Lady of Azerbaijan Mehriban
Aliyeva, carries out large-scale social and humanitarian projects
and organizes charitable events.


During holidays and significant days, she meets with children
with disabilities and organizes interesting cultural programs for
them. The Heydar Aliyev Foundation’s initiatives contribute to the
broader adoption of humanitarianism in society and the promotion of
compassion.


The head of the Beijing Children’s Welfare Institute, Qiao
Weisheng, highly appreciating the embassy's attention and care for
children in need of special assistance, expressed gratitude to the
Azerbaijani people and the embassy for this compassionate
initiative.


"Mercy knows no boundaries, and bringing warmth from Azerbaijan
to the children here, crossing mountains and rivers, creates
emotions that cannot be expressed in words. The kindness shown in
the name of a great personality like Heydar Aliyev brings joy to
the residents of our institution and boosts their self-confidence,"
she said.


In conclusion, essential daily items were thoughtfully
distributed to the children undergoing treatment at the
institution.


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