BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 18. Azerbaijanis
around the world continue to honor the cherished memory of National
Leader Heydar Aliyev through a series of commemorative events,
Trend reports via
the State Committee on Work with Diaspora.
According to the committee, a special event was held at the
Heydar Aliyev Science High School in Iğdır, Türkiye, dedicated to
the 22nd anniversary of the leader’s passing.
The event, organized collaboratively by the Türkiye-Azerbaijan
Friendship Associations Federation (TADEF), the Iğdır Azerbaijan
House Association, and the Heydar Aliyev Science High School,
underscored Heydar Aliyev's pivotal contributions to the Turkic
world.
Serdar Ünsal, head of the Iğdır Azerbaijan House Association,
and Yavuz Bağcı, director of the school, highlighted the
instrumental role played by Heydar Aliyev in the formation of a
strong and independent Azerbaijani state. They emphasized that his
political acumen and vast experience were fundamental in
Azerbaijan’s resurgence and fortification during times of
adversity. The speakers also acknowledged that Azerbaijan’s current
strength and independence are a direct result of Heydar Aliyev’s
vision and strategic foresight. Moreover, they noted that President
Ilham Aliyev has adeptly carried forward this legacy, with the
liberation of Karabakh after nearly three decades of occupation
standing as one of the nation’s greatest achievements.
The association of the school with Heydar Aliyev’s name was
celebrated as a profound source of pride. Students Nursena Kurt and
Yiğit Yazkan contributed to the event with a presentation on Heydar
Aliyev’s life and work, and a poem dedicated to the national
leader, respectively.
In Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, as well as in weekend Azerbaijani
language schools in Dostluq and Novonikolaevka, open classes were
held to honor Heydar Aliyev. Teachers spoke in detail about his
life, state-building philosophy, farsighted policies, and
outstanding contributions to the formation and development of
modern Azerbaijan. Special emphasis was placed on his role in
preserving national identity, promoting culture and education, and
enhancing Azerbaijan’s international standing. These events in
weekend schools help preserve the Azerbaijani language and culture
among the diaspora and foster a sense of pride in the nation and
its distinguished personalities among young students.
As part of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora’s projects,
the “Caucasus Arena” club organized a kickboxing tournament in the
Garachop district of the Sagarejo region in Georgia, dedicated to
Heydar Aliyev’s memory. The tournament featured 150 young athletes
competing. Yavər Məmmədov, head of the “Caucasus Arena” club,
highlighted in his opening remarks the late leader’s support for
sports and youth development, as well as his attention and care for
Azerbaijani communities in Georgia.
He also noted the club’s contribution to the development of
sports in Azerbaijan, Georgia, and other countries, organizing
competitions and championships to support the growth of young
athletes. The club operates in cooperation with the Azerbaijan Judo
Federation and local executive authorities, with its main goal
being the promotion of a healthy lifestyle. Outstanding
participants were awarded medals, diplomas, and valuable prizes at
the conclusion of the tournament.
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