BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 30. Azerbaijanis
across various Ukrainian cities gathered to celebrate December 31 -
the World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day in Dnipro, the State
Committee for Work with Diaspora told Trend.
Organized by the "Dnipro Azerbaijanis League" National Cultural
Center, the event brought together members of the Azerbaijani
diaspora to promote national unity. Yagut Bashirova, the event
organizer and director of the weekend school, emphasized the
importance of such gatherings in fostering patriotism among the
younger generation. She noted that for nearly 13 years, the school
has taught youth to respect their roots and cultural traditions.
Students performed national songs, recited poems about Azerbaijan,
and actively participated in a holiday quiz, while a master class
on ethnic and national-style jewelry making was also held.
In Kryvyi Rih, the World Azerbaijanis Solidarity Day and New
Year event took place at the renowned Karachuna Palace of Culture,
attended by acting mayor Yuriy Vilkul, his deputy Sergey
Sergeyevich, city council deputies, and representatives of the
diaspora. Vilkul extended holiday greetings and expressed gratitude
on behalf of Ukraine to Azerbaijan and the Azerbaijani community in
Ukraine. Other speakers highlighted the development of bilateral
ties and the contributions of Azerbaijanis living in Ukraine. The
event concluded with cultural and artistic performances.
