In the twentieth century, the people of Azerbaijan twice had the opportunity to build an independent state. For the first time, our statehood, which lasted twenty-three months, was restored after seventy years. But history could repeat itself – external interference and internal problems posed a great threat to our independence. Only with the coming to power of the great leader Heydar Aliyev, state-building began in Azerbaijan, and then its worthy successor was continued by President Ilham Aliyev…

Today, independent Azerbaijan is a state that demonstrates its strength and power to the whole world. It is a victorious state that ensures its territorial integrity and the security of its citizens.

The independent Azerbaijani state is the most valuable asset of our people!

Happy Independence Day!

Azer Askerov