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On December 8, the participants of the OIC Cultural Festival: Baku Creative Week 2025, supported by the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the Azerbaijani Ministry of Culture, and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), gathering over 300 officials and experts in science, culture, and creative industries from 50 countries, visited the Alley of Honors in Baku, Azernews reports citing Azertag.

Accompanied by Adil Karimli, Azerbaijani Minister of Culture, paid tribute to National Leader, founder and architect of the modern Azerbaijani state Heydar Aliyev and laid flowers at his grave.

On December 8, Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, and Peter Pellegrini, President of the Slovak Republic, delivered press statements in Bratislava.

The President of Slovakia made the statement first.

Statement by President Peter Pellegrini

– Ladies and gentlemen,

I am very pleased to welcome the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Mr. Ilham Aliyev, to Slovakia here at the Presidential Palace today.

Mr. President, I am delighted that you have accepted my invitation. This is the first official visit by the President of Azerbaijan to Slovakia in history. This confirms our mutual interest at the highest level. We intend to establish and develop a strategic partnership with your country. Mr. President and I held extensive discussions both in an expanded format and in a one-on-one format. We have met many times in the past. As always, our meeting was very sincere and open because our countries are friends, and our relations have always been at a good level.

Slovakia views Azerbaijan as a partner of strategic importance in the region in which it is located. Azerbaijan is the largest economy in the South Caucasus. It is situated at the crossroads of Asia and Europe and is rich in energy resources. I am very pleased that our trade is increasing. There is significant growth, and we also noted today that some potential remains untapped.

Last year, the Declaration on Strategic Partnership was signed between the two countries, raising our relations to a higher level. Our cooperation in all areas of mutual interest can be expanded even further. In the future, Slovakia and Azerbaijan will cooperate even more closely – in the defense industry, advanced technologies, student exchange, tourism, culture, and other areas.

On behalf of the people of Slovakia, I would like to congratulate Mr. President and the Republic of Azerbaijan, as a peace treaty between Azerbaijan and Armenia has been initialed after many years. As you may know, this treaty was signed at the White House with the participation of President Donald Trump. Azerbaijan lives in peace today, and its citizens and society are now focused on the development of the country. Attention is now directed to the post-war period.

Azerbaijan can play a leading role for Slovakia. We are talking about diversifying our energy supplies. Of course, we recognize that Azerbaijan can be a long-term strategic partner for us. Our delegations will continue negotiations so that this becomes an agreement acceptable for Slovakia and allows us to benefit from Azerbaijan’s resources.

The defense industry is a very important sector, and we are already developing cooperation in this field. We do not intend simply to sell weapons to Azerbaijan. As you know, this sector is highly developed in Slovakia. We also have extensive experience in self-propelled artillery systems, ammunition, and other products. We can work with Azerbaijan on technology transfer, the use of Azerbaijani financial resources, and joint production, and we can sell jointly manufactured products to third countries.

I am pleased that during the visit of our Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense, Mr. Kalinák, the Azerbaijani side expressed its interest in purchasing automatic artillery systems and has now reaffirmed its intention. I am sure that these types of weapons will further strengthen the Azerbaijani Armed Forces.

Joint ventures, joint companies, technology transfer – in other words, we are determined to deepen our cooperation in this area, and of course, there may be other areas of mutual interest. As you know, a Slovak company is building a ‘smart village’ in the Garabagh region. In addition, our Export-Import Bank is ready to finance various projects.

In conclusion, I would like to note that Azerbaijan and Slovakia are friendly countries. Our ties can become even closer. I am glad that the Hungarian airline Wizz Air is actively connecting our countries and increasing the number of flights. Direct flights from Bratislava Airport to Baku can now be launched, as these are two dynamically developing regions, and we have already discussed this topic.

Mr. President, I welcome you once again to Bratislava. I am sure that your official visit will mark the beginning of a new and important stage in our cooperation. I am very pleased that we will meet again soon. Thank you once again for accepting my invitation. Of course, we met in Baku, but the Slovak President has not yet paid an official visit to Azerbaijan.

Once again, Mr. President, welcome to Slovakia!

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Then, the President of Azerbaijan made the statement.

Statement by President Ilham Aliyev

– Dear Mr. President,

Dear friends,

Mr. President, first of all, I would like to express my sincere gratitude to you for the invitation and for the hospitality extended.

I am sure that my official visit to Slovakia will have a very positive impact on the relations between our two countries.

As you have noted, this is the first official visit by the President of Azerbaijan to Slovakia. Of course, the talks we held during the visit, both in a one-on-one format and with the participation of delegations, are further evidence of the fact that Slovakia and Azerbaijan are true friends and strategic partners.

As you mentioned, Slovakia and Azerbaijan signed a Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership last year. It is a document that raises our relations to the highest level. Since that document was signed, we have observed very active cooperation in all areas.

You have already provided extensive information about our bilateral agenda. I would simply like to add that our joint teams are working hard on all the areas you mentioned. The joint economic working group is stepping up its activities. Specific projects are being implemented in the field of energy, which remains a traditional area of our cooperation. Last year, Azerbaijani gas was supplied to Slovakia for the first time. In fact, Azerbaijan can provide Slovakia with any volume of energy resources it may need.

I should also note that our rich gas fields have enabled us to export natural gas to many countries of the world today. The number of countries that purchase Azerbaijani gas has already reached 14. We hold first place as an exporter of gas through pipelines. As a result of the development of new gas fields, we will obtain additional resources, and, of course, it will be possible to supply Azerbaijani gas to both Slovakia and its neighbors in even larger volumes.

Currently, our total gas exports stand at 25 billion cubic meters, half of which is transported to European countries. Today, eight European Union member states provide for their energy security by purchasing Azerbaijani gas.

You have already mentioned another promising area of cooperation, which is the defense industry. We view cooperation in this area from the standpoint of industrial development. We do not intend to wage war. Wars are already a matter of the past for us. Simply put, by creating synergy and combining Slovak technologies with Azerbaijani financial capabilities, the production of new products may be of interest to world markets. Moreover, this will also bring us great benefits as a direction of technological development. We are working on specific projects in this area.

Exactly a month ago, on November 8, we celebrated the fifth anniversary of the Victory in the war of liberation, and it was a great pleasure to see the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Defense of Slovakia among our honored guests. We are grateful to the Slovak state and government for that. Such gestures once again show that we are, in the true sense of the word, friendly countries. Relevant government representatives have received instructions in all directions to raise cooperation to an even higher level in the coming years.

We are very pleased with Slovakia’s successful development under your leadership. There is stability and economic development in your country. Slovakia has very strong industrial potential. The fact that Slovakia pursues an independent foreign policy has earned you special respect. In some cases, you face certain difficulties because of this, but it does not deter you, and there is great respect for your country and leadership in our region.

Azerbaijan has long defined its foreign policy priorities. At the same time, we are currently playing the role of a bridge between East and West. The investments we have made in infrastructure, connectivity, and the transport sector have enabled Azerbaijan to become an important component of the East-West transport corridor. We are heavily involved in the Middle Corridor project. The most reliable and safest route connecting Central Asia with Europe passes through the territory of Azerbaijan.

In the coming years, we will expand our capabilities by investing additional funds in connectivity and transport. I believe that we should not overlook this area while developing relations between Slovakia and Azerbaijan, because it has great potential.

In addition, we discussed information technologies and the creation of data centers today. Azerbaijan’s advantage here is that we have substantial energy potential. Today, the unused energy potential in Azerbaijan is about 2 gigawatts, and it will increase to 8 gigawatts over the next five years. Of course, energy is one of the key factors for the operation of artificial intelligence and data centers. Climate is also an important factor here. Although we are a southern country, we also have very cold regions with frosty weather prevailing for most of the year. Therefore, we see our role as a hub for international data centers and intend to work with Slovak companies in this direction.

Mr. President, I would like to thank you once again for your hospitality. I would like to take this opportunity to invite you to pay an official visit to Azerbaijan. You have visited Azerbaijan many times, but you have not yet been there on an official visit as President. If you have time, we would be ready and pleased to welcome you to Azerbaijan next year. Thank you very much again.

President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Adebayo Ogunlesi, Founding Partner, Chairman, and Chief Executive Officer of Global Infrastructure Partners (GIP), a leading global infrastructure investment management company, on December 8, Azernews reports

President Aliyev highly appreciated the partnership between the State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOFAZ) and Global Infrastructure Partners, citing joint investments in the ‘Italo’ high-speed rail operator and London Gatwick Airport as successful examples of cooperation. Highlighting Azerbaijan’s long-term development strategy, the President emphasized the importance of the partnership with GIP in this framework.

Adebayo Ogunlesi noted that cooperation with SOFAZ has produced effective results, with the capital invested in GIP-managed funds creating a reliable partnership model.

He highlighted the company’s extensive international experience in airport management, logistics and transport corridor optimization, and energy – including renewable energy – and expressed interest in collaborating with Azerbaijan on energy transition, transport, and digital infrastructure.

The sides also exchanged views on the company’s ongoing infrastructure projects and emerging trends in the global energy transition, including cooperation on international initiatives involving artificial intelligence technologies.

Founded in 2006 and acquired in 2024 by BlackRock, Global Infrastructure Partners currently manages assets worth approximately $189 billion. BlackRock, the world’s largest active asset management company, oversees nearly $14 trillion in assets globally.

Georgia has agreed to permit a one-time free transit of oil products from Azerbaijan to Armenia, according to information circulated by Armenian media, Azernews reports.

As reported by Azernews, the Georgian Ministry of Economy and Sustainable Development confirmed that it had received a formal request from its partners regarding the transit of Azerbaijani fuel through Georgia en route to Armenia.

In its statement, the ministry noted that all sides were informed about the decision approved by Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze, emphasizing that the move applies exclusively to a single transit operation.

Recall that last Saturday, Assistant to the President of Azerbaijan Hikmet Hajiyev stated that the war with Armenia is over for Azerbaijan. He noted that the issue of exporting oil and oil products to Armenia was discussed during Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mger Grigoryan’s visit to Gabala in the previous week.

‘Some time ago, the Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia visited the Gabala region of Azerbaijan. This was again an unprecedented event. During the official visit of the Deputy Prime Minister of Armenia to Azerbaijan, the process of border delimitation was discussed. At the same time, some mutual trade issues between the two countries were discussed. One of these areas, which we are now discussing, is the issue of oil and oil products exports from Azerbaijan to Armenia. This is also an unprecedented event,’ Hajiyev said.

He also stressed that the recent permission to export wheat from Azerbaijani territory to Armenia was an important step toward strengthening peace in the region. According to Hajiyev, the role of US President Donald Trump in achieving peace with Armenia has been fundamental.

Meanwhile, Secretary of the Armenian Security Council Armen Grigoryan stated that Armenia expects new opportunities from the opening of the TRIPP route, suggesting that it would help bring peace to the region and enable Armenia to channel more investment into its economy and cultural development. However, Grigoryan avoided commenting on Hajiyev’s remarks regarding the export of oil and oil products.

Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mger Grigoryan visited Gabala on November 28 to attend the 12th meeting of the demarcation commission. Official information released at the time did not mention discussions on economic issues. Still, ahead of his visit, Grigoryan had not ruled out that the delimitation process could be carried out in areas where the TRIPP route might pass, facilitating its opening.

The Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), representing 57 member states, has long promoted unity through culture, education, and development, Azernews reports.

Since joining the OIC in 1992, Azerbaijan has played an active role in advancing the organisation’s political, cultural, and humanitarian agenda.

This year marks a significant milestone: for the first time, Azerbaijan is hosting the OIC Culture Festival: Baku Creative Week – 2025, organised in partnership with the Heydar Aliyev Foundation, the Azerbaijan Culture Ministry and the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC), demonstrating the country’s growing leadership in strengthening cultural cooperation and unity across the Islamic world.

Since its inception in 2019, the OIC Culture Festival has been held in various member states, strengthening collaboration in culture and creative industries while promoting mutual understanding and friendship among peoples. The Baku edition continues this tradition, bringing together more than 300 official delegates and experts from 50 countries, alongside an expected 5,000 visitors. The festival reaffirms the shared values and unity of the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation (OIC).

Within the framework of Baku Creative Week – 2025, several major events are planned, including a high-level meeting of Culture Ministers from OIC member states, the Forum on Cultural and Creative Industries (MYFORUM), the Creative Village exhibition (MYEXPO), the international film program Baku Cinema Breeze – 2025, the Eastern Fashion Show featuring young and established designers from OIC countries, the G-HUB International Summit on Gaming Technologies, as well as diverse cultural projects in theater, music, dance, and animation.

Azerbaijan Culture Minister Adil Karimli has addressed the opening ceremony of the festival.

In his address, the Azerbaijani Minister emphasised that Baku Creative Week – 2025 is not only a celebration of cultural diversity but also a strategic initiative to strengthen Azerbaijan’s role as a hub for creative exchange within the Islamic world. He noted that the festival’s comprehensive program, spanning cinema, fashion, gaming, music, and literature, reflects the dynamism of modern cultural industries and their growing impact on global development.

Minister Karimli pointed out that the event provides an opportunity for policymakers, industry leaders, and creative professionals to share experiences, explore innovative solutions, and build sustainable partnerships. He also stressed that Azerbaijan’s commitment to cultural diplomacy is aligned with the broader goals of the OIC, which seeks to foster unity and cooperation among its member states through dialogue and shared values.

The Azerbaijani official concluded by expressing confidence that the outcomes of Baku Creative Week – 2025 would resonate far beyond Azerbaijan, contributing to the advancement of creative industries across the Islamic world and reinforcing the spirit of solidarity that defines the OIC community.

The role of Baku in hosting international events of global importance has also not gone unnoticed. Tarig Ali Bakheet, OIC Assistant Secretary-General for Humanitarian, Cultural and Social Affairs and Special Envoy of the OIC Secretary General on Afghanistan, said that Azerbaijan’s initiative in hosting the OIC Cultural Festival: Baku Creative Week – 2025 reflects the country’s growing role in shaping cultural diplomacy across the Islamic world. He added that Baku has become a meeting point where tradition and innovation converge, offering a platform for creative industries to flourish while strengthening the bonds of solidarity among OIC member states.

The Secretary General highlighted that the festival’s diverse program demonstrates how culture can serve as a driver of economic growth, social cohesion, and international cooperation. By bringing together policymakers, artists, entrepreneurs, and young professionals, the event creates opportunities for dialogue and collaboration that extend beyond national borders.

Bakheet emphasised that the OIC Secretariat views such initiatives as vital for nurturing mutual respect and understanding among peoples, while also empowering youth to take an active role in cultural and creative development. He expressed confidence that the outcomes of Baku Creative Week – 2025 would contribute to building a sustainable cultural ecosystem across the Islamic world, reinforcing shared values and strengthening collective identity.

Concluding his remarks, Tarig Ali Bakheet stated that the festival is a testament to the vision of Azerbaijan and the OIC in promoting creativity as a cornerstone of human progress, and he expressed hope that the partnerships formed in Baku would inspire future projects that unite communities through culture and innovation.

Turkiye’s Deputy Minister of Culture and Tourism, Nadir Alpaslan, emphasised that the festival functions not only as an artistic event but also as a significant means of reinforcing spiritual connections, mutual understanding, and shared historical memory among nations. He pointed out that the festival exemplifies how art can serve as a tool for fostering unity, noting that the fraternal relationship between Azerbaijan and Turkiye, grounded in the principle of “One nation, two states,” serves as a model of cultural collaboration.

Alpaslan further stated that Turkiye is consistently willing to support initiatives that promote cultural cooperation, encourage youth participation in creative environments, and develop innovative approaches to presenting Islamic culture. He underlined that the measures taken within the OIC framework, the expansion of cultural platforms, and the growth of creative industries are of strategic significance for Turkiye.

He observed that Islamic culture has historically influenced every aspect of life in the region, from architecture and music to literature and science, and that today it is being shared with broader audiences through new technological platforms, creative ecosystems, and global cultural integration. He expressed the belief that the festival would contribute to both preserving historical heritage and enriching it through a contemporary perspective.

Finally, Alpaslan acknowledged Azerbaijan’s leadership in cultural diplomacy and its contributions to regional solidarity, stating that these efforts are appreciated not only by Turkiye but by the entire Islamic world. He expressed confidence that cooperation in cultural projects would continue to expand in the coming years, introducing new initiatives and formats for cultural exchange.

Speaking at the inauguration of the OIC Cultural Festival: Baku Creative Week – 2025 in Baku, Pakistan’s Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Aurangzeb Khan Khichi, expressed that Pakistan, as a brotherly nation, took pride in Azerbaijan’s role as host of the landmark event. He stressed that Baku had become a cultural, creative, and intellectual platform for the Islamic world, providing new momentum to cooperation.

Khichi underlined that Pakistan is always willing to actively participate in initiatives that strengthen Islamic solidarity and promote shared cultural values. He explained that the festival should be seen not merely as an event but as a significant opportunity for cultural rapprochement, creative exchange, and strategic cooperation within the Islamic world. He stressed that the shared history, cultural roots, and religious unity of the Islamic nations bind them together not only symbolically but in genuine partnership, and Pakistan was committed to supporting cooperation at all levels to maintain and strengthen this unity.

He also highlighted that Azerbaijan’s efforts in cultural diplomacy and its contributions to cultural cooperation at both regional and global levels were highly commendable. Aurangzeb Khan Khichi expressed the belief that such fruitful initiatives would continue, further reinforcing the cultural identity of the Islamic world.

Delivering remarks at the opening ceremony, Libya’s Minister of Culture and Cognitive Development, Mabrouka Toghi, highlighted the significance of Azerbaijan’s contribution to Islamic solidarity, noting that it was widely acknowledged and respected. She stated that Azerbaijan’s efforts not only strengthen regional ties but also promote global cultural cooperation.

Mabrouka Toghi emphasised that the festival exemplifies these values, bringing together architects, artists, filmmakers, musicians, scholars, and young talents to share modern cultural developments, innovative ideas, and technological creativity. She pointed out that Islamic culture has historically served as a carrier of knowledge, science, art, and moral values, and that this heritage is reflected not only in libraries and museums but also in daily life, architecture, music, literature, and collective memory.

She added that the Libyan Culture Ministry is committed to continuing its work within the OIC framework to expand joint cultural programs, support the creative development of youth, and strengthen cooperation in knowledge and cognitive fields. Toghi also noted that creative industries are expected to become a key sector driving both economic and cultural development in the future.

Egypt’s Culture Minister, Ahmed Fouad Hanno, highlighted that Azerbaijan plays an exemplary role not only in preserving cultural heritage but also as a center for creativity and cultural cooperation within the Islamic world. He stated that Egypt believes the initiative contributes to expanding cultural dialogue in the region, strengthening historical ties, and promoting shared spiritual values globally. He expressed confidence that the festival would provide an opportunity to showcase the cultural strength, creative potential, and contemporary cultural policies of the Islamic world to the world audience.

Hanno also noted that every creative participant, expert, and cultural institution involved in the festival contributes to a common mission: preserving cultural heritage, transmitting it to future generations, and enriching it with modern and innovative approaches. He emphasised that Islamic culture has historically been one of humanity’s most valuable sources of scientific and aesthetic heritage, and that this centuries-old legacy, which has united Islamic nations, now takes on a strategic role in further strengthening cultural relations.

He affirmed that Egypt is prepared to work jointly to develop this shared cultural environment for future generations in a more creative, sustainable, and inclusive way, noting that culture serves as one of the most powerful means of fostering mutual understanding, respect, and lasting peace. Hanno concluded by observing that Baku today functions not only as a festival venue but also as an international hub serving as a bridge between cultures.

The Baku Creative Week – 2025 shows how the OIC Culture Festival is evolving into more than a cultural showcase; it’s becoming a platform for building networks and future opportunities. Moreover, Azerbaijan’s hosting of the festival marks a step toward shaping a more connected and forward-looking OIC community.

The ‘Customs-Business Forum 2025: Dialogue and Trust’ is being held in Baku, Azernews reports.

The event is attended by Assistant to the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Head of the Department for Economic Affairs and Innovative Development Policy of the Presidential Administration, Shahmar Movsumov; Chairman of the State Customs Committee, Lieutenant General of the Customs Service Shahin Baghirov; bp’s Vice President for Communications and External Affairs for the Caspian region, Bakhtiyar Aslanbayli, as well as other officials.

During the forum, presentations will be made on digital tools implemented in the field of customs work, as well as joint projects carried out by the customs authorities and relevant state institutions aimed at regulating and simplifying foreign trade operations. Discussions on customs procedures and operations with the participation of business entities are also planned.

It should be noted that the State Customs Committee traditionally organizes the ‘Customs-Business Forum’ every year with the participation of government representatives, foreign trade actors, experts, and partners. The main objective is to further expand cooperation with the business community and to inform the public about ongoing innovations in the customs sphere.

bp today marked upcoming International Human Rights Day by hosting an event to present a newly published book – Human Rights. Encyclopaedia, in the Azerbaijani language, Azernews reports.

This publication is the first of its kind in Azerbaijan and is designed as a comprehensive teaching resource for law students and faculty at local universities. The encyclopaedia contains over a thousand articles covering both theoretical and practical aspects of human rights.

The book explores the history, development and classification of human rights, as well as international and national legal frameworks. Its aim is to foster a deeper understanding of human rights and promote a culture of respect and legal literacy in Azerbaijani society.

Authored by Associate Professor Zaur Aliyev, the encyclopaedia is part of a broader initiative to develop and publish a set of six law textbooks to support the quality of legal education in Azerbaijan. Five of these books were completed and presented in June this year. With the publication of the sixth book, the project is now successfully concluded, benefiting current and future generations of legal professionals in the country.

This initiative reflects bp’s ongoing commitment to supporting education and capacity-building in Azerbaijan.

Speaking at the event, Bakhtiyar Aslanbayli, bp’s vice president for the Caspian region, said: ‘We are delighted to present the sixth and final book of our comprehensive law textbook project on the eve of International Human Rights Day. Published for the first time in Azerbaijan, the Human Rights Encyclopaedia will serve as a valuable educational resource, providing a wealth of knowledge and contributing to the modernisation of legal education in the country. We believe it will help shape a well-informed, rights-conscious generation of legal professionals.’

‘All six textbooks have been developed in close collaboration with legal scholars and experts. We hope these resources will make a significant contribution to meeting the growing demand for modern legal materials among university students, educators and practitioners. We are particularly pleased that four of the six textbooks have been published for the first time in Azerbaijan, marking a major milestone in the country’s legal academic landscape.’

The textbooks are intended for a wide audience, including students, educators, academics, legal professionals, human rights advocates, international affairs specialists, graduate and doctoral candidates, mediators and policymakers.

The total cost of the project is 230,038 AZN (approximately $135,316), covering all stages from content development to publication and project administration for all six books.

The project was implemented by the public union ‘Modern International Law and Sustainable Development.’

The list of the books included in bp’s law textbook project:

1. ‘International Medical Law’ – first of its kind in Azerbaijan, this textbook addresses the intersection of healthcare and human rights, reflecting Azerbaijan’s growing engagement in international medical cooperation. It covers a wide range of topics including medical ethics, legal regulation of healthcare services, and the role of international institutions.

2. ‘Mediation Law: General Provisions’ – first of its kind in Azerbaijan, this textbook introduces the legal framework of mediation, offering a detailed overview of its principles, structure, and regulatory aspects. It aims to fill existing gaps in legal education and support the development of a mediation culture in Azerbaijan.

3. ‘Mediation Law’ – first of its kind in Azerbaijan, this publication focuses on the scientific and doctrinal foundations of mediation law. This textbook provides a comprehensive analysis of mediation as a legal discipline and supports the academic and practical understanding of mediation.

4. ‘International Public Law – General Part’ (Revised 2nd Edition) – this updated edition of the first academic course on international public law offers a comprehensive doctrinal understanding of the field. It covers key concepts such as the subject and principles of international law, its sources, the subjects of international law, mechanisms for dispute resolution, and international legal responsibility. The revised edition includes significant additions and updates to reflect recent developments in international legal theory and practice.

5. ‘International Public Law – Specific Part’ (Revised 2nd Edition) – this textbook provides a detailed analysis of the specific branches of international public law, including the law of international treaties, foreign relations, international organisations, humanitarian law, and international economic law. The revised edition incorporates new insights and theoretical advancements. It supports the development of a deeper understanding of the global legal order and Azerbaijan’s role within it.

6. ‘Human Rights. Encyclopaedia’ – first of its kind in Azerbaijan, this comprehensive teaching aid includes over a thousand articles covering both theoretical and practical aspects of human rights. It explores the history, development, and classification of human rights, as well as international and national legal frameworks. It aims to foster a deeper understanding of human rights and promote a culture of respect and legal literacy in Azerbaijani society.

‘The talks held during this visit demonstrate that Slovakia and Azerbaijan are truly friendly countries and strategic partners,’ said President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev during a joint press statement with President of Slovakia Peter Pellegrini.

Recalling that last year Slovakia and Azerbaijan signed the Joint Declaration on Strategic Partnership, the head of state noted that the document elevated bilateral relations to the highest level. ‘Since its signing, we have witnessed very active cooperation across all areas.’

The 1/16 final bouts of the IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships Dubai 2025 have concluded, Azernews reports.

On the fifth day of the world championship, two athletes from the Azerbaijani national team who entered the ring advanced to the next stage.

Maksud Khasmetov (63.5 kg) faced Pacific Niyonzima (Rwanda) in his debut. The boxer defeated his opponent by knockout in the third round. In the 1/8 finals, Khasmetov will test his strength against Ruslan Gafurov (Tajikistan).

Sarkhan Aliyev (71 kg) eliminated Bonifatsi Mayna (Kenya). The world championship bronze medalist defeated his opponent with a score of 4:1 (29:28, 29:28, 28:29, 29:28, 30:27). He will face Arturs Vaisla (Latvia) in the 1/8 finals.

Note that Azerbaijan is represented by 11 boxers at the IBA Men’s World Boxing Championships Dubai 2025, scheduled for December 3-13.

Boxing is known as one of the oldest sports in the history of humankind.

The earliest evidence of boxing dates back to Egypt around 3,000 BC.

This sport was introduced to the ancient Olympic Games by the Greeks in the late 7th century BC.

In 1924, the International Amateur Boxing Federation (FIBA) was established.

Since 1946, it has been referred to as the International Boxing Association (AIBA). Boxing made its Olympic debut at the 1904 Games in St. Louis.

In 1926, the boxing championship was held for the first time in Azerbaijan, where national boxers took first place.

Since 1992, the Azerbaijani Boxing Federation has become a full member of the International Boxing Association (AIBA).

Azerbaijani boxers have won many prestigious awards at many international championships.

Aghasi Mammadov has entered Azerbaijan’s history of boxing as the first national boxer, as a gold medallist at the world championship.

Another Azerbaijani boxer, Fuad Asadov, was among the medallists at the 2004 Summer Olympic Games.

Many times, Azerbaijan has been chosen as the host country for major boxing championships.

The AIBA Youth World Championships were held in Baku in 2019. This world championship was the first licensed youth tournament to qualify for the 2010 Olympic Games held in Singapore.

The country also hosted the 2011 AIBA World Boxing Championships, which was the first major qualifying event for the London 2012 Olympic Games.

The individual competitions of the Azerbaijan Judo Championship have come to an end, Azernews reports.

The second day of the tournament, held at the Baku Sports Palace, saw 93 judokas competing across seven weight categories.

Among women, champions were determined in the 48, 52, and 57 kg divisions, while men competed in the 81, 90, 100, and +100 kg categories.

In the women’s events, Konul Aliyeva triumphed in the 48 kg division, with Shafag Hamidova taking silver. Aisha Gurbanli and Diana Tchkayeva both secured bronze. Aydan Valiyeva claimed gold in the 52 kg category, followed by Leyla Aliyeva with silver, while Konul Eyvazli and Gultaj Mammadaliyeva earned bronze medals.

In the 57 kg division, Vusala Hajiyeva emerged victorious, Gulnara Bayramova finished second, and Ulviya Bayramova from Shusha UGIM took bronze.

On the men’s side, Vusal Galandarzade won the 81 kg category, with Suleyman Shukurov earning silver, while Mehdi Abbasov and Jasur Ibadli shared bronze.

In the 90 kg division, Mammadreza Hajizade captured gold, Aslan Kotsoev took silver, and Ali Gazimammadov, together with Khayyam Aliyev, claimed bronze.

Elmar Gasimov secured victory in the 100 kg category, followed by Ejder Baghirov in second place, while Janpolad Aliyev and Davud Namazli finished with bronze medals.

In the +100 kg division, Kanan Nasibov became champion, Jamal Hamzatkhanov won silver, and Jamal Feyziyev along with Subhan Akhundov, earned bronze.

Note that the championship is sponsored by Azman Holding.