President Ilham Aliyev Visits Azerbaijan’s National Stand at CIS Summit in Turkmenistan

President Ilham Aliyev

Turkmenbashi, The Gulf Observer: President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev, alongside other heads of state and government attending the meeting of the Council of Heads of State of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), visited the national stands of participating countries at the Awaza Complex in Turkmenistan on October 9.

The Azerbaijani national stand showcased the country’s rich cultural heritage, traditional craftsmanship and artistic achievements, highlighting the diversity and uniqueness of its national traditions.

The exhibition featured books on Azerbaijani national art, traditional carpet weaving, ceramics, kelaghayi silk headscarves and shebeke craftsmanship, alongside informational videos presenting these distinctive elements of the country’s cultural heritage.

Visitors also received detailed information about Azerbaijani culture and cuisine, including the characteristics of traditional dishes, the methods used in their preparation and the distinctive qualities of locally produced ingredients.

Samples made from local products were also presented, offering visitors an opportunity to explore Azerbaijan’s culinary traditions and domestic craftsmanship.

The exhibition provided a platform for promoting Azerbaijan’s cultural identity and traditional arts among representatives of participating countries, while highlighting the importance of preserving and sharing the country’s cultural heritage at international gatherings.

The visit took place on the sidelines of the CIS Council of Heads of State meeting in Awaza, Turkmenistan, where leaders gathered to discuss cooperation among member states.