azerbaijan - a country led by a strong leader

With their determination, those ones led their people and played a crucial role in the most fateful moments. The national leader of the Azerbaijani people, Heydar Aliyev, has left a bright and indelible mark on the history of Azerbaijan and the modern world as a great personality, an extraordinary intelligence, and a wise statesman.

Heydar Aliyev led Azerbaijan in two different periods of its history - in Soviet times when Azerbaijan was a part of Soviet Union and later when Azerbaijan regained its independence. In the first period of Heydar Aliyev’s governing, as a result of his policy and reforms in the social, economic and cultural life, Azerbaijan became one of the most successful and developed republics of USSR.

In June 1993, with Heydar Aliyev’s return to power for the second time, a new page was opened in the history of our country. Knowing that only a strong state can guarantee exercise of the rights and freedoms of its citizens, he had taken necessary steps to implement the dream of our nation on creating of democratic, legal and secular state based on national and global values.

Heydar Aliyev’s successive steps let the Azerbaijani statehood to prevent the activities of destructive forces directed against the national integrity and independence of the state. As a result of it the country was saved from the civil confrontation. Domestic policy was aimed at providing opportunities for every citizen of Azerbaijan to ensure the right to a free life and improve their well-being.

Under the leadership of Heydar Aliyev and due to his far-sighted policy, Azerbaijan succeeded in solving many problems, entered the stage of sustainable development, expanded its external relations, heydar aliyev led azerbaijan in two diFFerent periods oF its history - in soviet times when azerbaijan was a part oF soviet union and later when azerbaijan regained its independence. the foundation for the country’s new oil strategy had been completed by signing “Contract of the Century”. “Contract of the Century” was signed for exploring oil fields of Azerbaijan which needed billions of US dollars to be invested. It happened when cease fire agreement with neighboring Armenia which occupied 20 % of its territory just was signed. It’s clear that in that situation only such an outstanding statesman and experienced politician as Heydar Aliyev could convince key international players and the biggest international oil companies to believe on stability of our country, to believe on our future and to invest billions to Azerbaijan. Today’s development of Azerbaijan is a result of those important decisions made by national leader of Azerbaijani people. Finances which flowed into Azerbaijan from sold oil and gas were directed to developing of other fields of economy, to building factories, opening new working places, to implementing huge transport and energy infrastructure projects. Today Azerbaijan plays an important role in providing European energy security. departures and arrivals katja FaŠink

Currently, a strong and truly independent Azerbaijan under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, remaining committed to the political course of Heydar Aliyev. Under his leadership Azerbaijan in 2020 finally liberated its territories from Armenian occupation and this victory became possible due to important decisions made by Heydar Aliyev. A lot of work ahead on reconstruction and rebuilding of hundreds of cities and villages which were destroyed by Armenia but no doubts that very soon almost million of Azerbaijanis who were forced to leave their homes will finally have chance to return. As our President said, the liberated lands will turn into heaven.

Having led Azerbaijan in the most difficult time, during the period of war, devastation and complete collapse of the economy, Heydar Aliyev was able to consolidate the nation, to direct it towards of development and prosperity. Heydar Aliyev changed the course of the history of our country and the people of Azerbaijan are sincerely grateful to him for this.

Looking back on the past years, we once again witness the important historical achievements of the Azerbaijani people under the leadership of their wise leader. The renaissance and awakening of national consciousness began with Heydar Aliyev’s coming to power. Our independence became eternal and irreversible, our country was able to rise to the level it deserves in the world thanks to the National Leader’s foresight, wisdom, determination, iron will, and rich statecraft experience.

Due to his unparalleled services to his country and people, the 100th anniversary of the birth of the national leader Heydar Aliyev is widely celebrated with high respect and deep gratitude of every Azerbaijani in all parts of our country and beyond its borders on May 10.

PRCA Southeast Europe

Network Slovenia Chapter Chair

The Public Relations and Communications Association (PRCA) announced the launch of its newest Southeast Europe chapter in Slovenia under the overall chairmanship of Katja Fašink during a conference in Ljubljana. The branch follows significant membership expansion on the continent. It is the latest stage in the PRCA’s global development, building on its position as the largest PR association in the world.

PRCA Southeast Europe Network Slovenia Chapter Chair Katja Fašink said: “Today, we proudly put Slovenia on the map under the wings of the most significant pr association in the world, PRCA. In these disrupted, critical times, we communication professionals need to adapt to the shifts in media trends and agendas faster than ever before. We must connect, learn, and grow, embracing the best ways to manage demanding times, people, and relations. Corporate communicators will face many challenges in the future. Retaining the best employees and investing in their knowl- edge will be crucial for reputational corporate communication. At PRCA, we proudly possess the world’s best expertise and training. As the president of PRCA Slovenia, I will do my best to raise standards in public relations and communication by providing active assistance and personal cooperation to all PRCA Slovenia members who will effectively orchestrate their communication paths to becoming unbeatable leaders in their industries. tHe presiDent oF tHe republic oF croatia receiVeD tHe ambassaDor’s creDentials

N. Mr. Zaal Gogsadze, Ambassador of Georgia to the Republic of Croatia with seat in Zagreb, presented his credentials. N. E. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to the Republic of Croatia based in Rome, presented his credentials to the President. N. Dr. Naser Mohamed Yusuf Al Balooshi, Ambassador of the Kingdom of Bahrain to the Republic of Croatia with headquarters in Rome, presented his credentials to the President of the Republic. N. E. Kristín A. Árnadóttir, Ambassador of Iceland to the Republic of Croatia based in Vienna, presented her credentials to President Milanović.