BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 18. The MAMA “Mother
Nature” international art exhibition has opened at the residence of
the Prime Minister of Albania in Tirana, Trend reports.
Leyla Aliyeva and Arzu Aliyeva attended the event.
Addressing the gathering, Leyla Aliyeva noted that the
paintings, sculptures, and installations on display reflect the
power, beauty, and fragility of nature. She described the
exhibition as a compelling example of how art can transcend borders
while contributing to environmental protection.
Briefing participants on the exhibition, Leyla Aliyeva said she
was pleased to be in a beautiful country distinguished by its
spiritual richness and sincerity. “Azerbaijan and Albania are bound
by close friendship and deep relations that transcend political
boundaries. Our countries share the highest values — humanism,
kindness, dignity, and mutual respect — so greatly needed in the
modern world,” she said.
Leyla Aliyeva also emphasized that she was honored to see works
by Prime Minister Edi Rama and renowned Albanian artist Arben
Golemi presented at the exhibition. She noted with satisfaction
that four artists from Baku were participating in the event,
sharing their experiences and personally introducing their
works.
Touching upon global environmental challenges, Leyla Aliyeva
drew attention to alarming statistics. “Every year, 10 million
hectares of forest are destroyed worldwide. Humanity has eliminated
83 percent of wild animals and half of all plant species. Each
year, 200 species disappear from our planet, while 66 percent of
the world’s oceans are directly affected by negative human
activity. Azerbaijan’s rich ecosystem has not remained untouched by
these processes. The level of the Caspian Sea has significantly
declined, while remarkable species such as the Caspian seal,
salmon, and sturgeon face the threat of extinction,” she said.
Prime Minister Edi Rama said he was honored to view the
exhibition, including works by Leyla Aliyeva that demonstrate the
unity between art and environmental protection. He described the
exhibition as opening a new chapter in the friendship between the
two countries, bringing a spirit of culture and creativity to the
residence. The Albanian Prime Minister expressed confidence that
during the month-long exhibition, every visitor would leave
carrying a piece of its colors and imagination.
Following the official remarks, the guests toured the
exhibition.
