BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 2. President Ilham
Aliyev addressed the youth of Azerbaijan on the occasion of
February 2 - the Day of Azerbaijani Youth, Trend reports.


"Dear youth!


I cordially congratulate you on the occasion of February 2 – the
Day of Azerbaijani Youth, and I wish each of you robust health,
high spirits, and every success in your future endeavors.


Thirty years ago, at the initiative of National Leader Heydar
Aliyev, the first All-Republican Youth Forum was held, serving as a
broad and open platform for discussion. The tradition of marking
that day as Youth Day and the regular organization of such forums
prove that youth policy is a top priority of our state’s socially
oriented agenda. Over the past decades, state programs have created
a favorable environment for youth’s personal development and
increased socio-political activity, further strengthening their
role in state-building.


It is gratifying that a modern, intellectual generation has
emerged in Azerbaijan today – one that is deeply attached to our
national and moral values while keeping pace with global
development trends. Today, you are a driving force enhancing the
power of our state across all fields, from the economy to science
and culture. Every step you take toward strengthening civil society
and preserving and promoting our rich cultural heritage on the
international stage is an expression of our people's loyalty to
universal ideals.


It is as a result of the comprehensive conditions created by our
state and the spirit of patriotism instilled in our youth that,
during the 44-day Patriotic War – a great test for the young
generation of Azerbaijan – our youth demonstrated unparalleled
heroism. The majority of the heroes who put an end to 30 years of
occupation and showcased our nation’s determination for victory to
the entire world were young people. This chronicle of Victory
stands as an eternal symbol of the Azerbaijani youth’s boundless
love for the Motherland and their unshakable will.


I am confident that in the new renaissance period of our modern
history, Azerbaijani youth will continue to make worthy
contributions to the future development of our state through their
innovative potential and creative energy," the address reads.