Aliyev Talks Lachin Development at CIS Heads of State Council Meeting

At a limited-format meeting of the CIS Heads of State Council, Azerbaijan President Ilham Aliyev discussed the strengthening of cooperation in the humanitarian sphere and highlighted the ongoing development of Lachin, The Caspian Post reports citing AZERTAC.

The head of state noted: “At today’s meeting, I would like to touch upon enhancing cooperation in the humanitarian sphere. I express my gratitude to the heads of CIS states for supporting the candidacy of the city of Lachin in Azerbaijan’s East Zangezur region as the CIS Cultural Capital for this year.”

Emphasizing that the opening ceremony of the “CIS Cultural Capital Year” took place in Lachin in June, President Ilham Aliyev stated that the event provided insights into the history and cultural heritage of this ancient Azerbaijani land. “The guests of the event witnessed firsthand the rapid revival of Lachin following its liberation from 30 years of Armenian occupation,” he added.