On April 23, the 9th Congress of the Council of Elders of Azerbaijan commenced in Baku.
The Congress brings together members of the Board of Directors of the Council of Elders of Azerbaijan, prominent scientists, public and political figures, well-known intellectuals, elders, members of martyrs’ families, youth, as well as representatives of 81 city and district organizations of the Council.
The event began with the performance of the National Anthem of Azerbaijan.
Then, a minute of silence was observed to honor the memory of the heroic martyrs who sacrificed their lives for the liberation of Azerbaijani lands, as well as elders who passed away during the past period.
Chairman of the Council of Elders of Azerbaijan Eldar Guliyev read out President Ilham Aliyev’s address to the congress participants.
