The President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, arrived in Shusha to participate in the informal summit of the Organization of Turkic States (OTS). He was received by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev on July 5.
The summit, which includes the heads of the delegations of OTS member countries, is being held in Shusha, a city noted for its cultural and historical importance. Shusha, often referred to as the "Karabakh masterpiece," "Caucasian art center," and "Cradle of Azerbaijani music," is home to several notable figures in science, culture, and the arts. It has been the cultural capital of Azerbaijan since 2021 and was designated the cultural capital of the Turkic world in 2023.
As part of the summit, the visiting leaders toured the city to observe the ongoing restoration and development efforts. The delegation, led by President Aliyev, visited a newly constructed residential complex, the first of its kind in Shusha in thirty-two years. This housing complex covers approximately 8 hectares and includes 23 buildings, marking a significant development in the city's infrastructure.
The leaders also reviewed the project for a new mosque, the foundation of which was laid in 2021. President Aliyev provided details on the construction progress and future plans for the mosque, highlighting its importance to the city's development.
Additionally, the delegation visited the Gavhar Aga Mosque, the first mosque built in Shusha in the 19th century. The mosque has undergone restoration, and the leaders noted the quality of the preservation work. This visit emphasized the ongoing efforts in historical and cultural preservation in Shusha.
This year has also seen the establishment of fraternal ties between Khiva in Uzbekistan and Shusha, furthering cultural and diplomatic relations between the two cities.
President Mirziyoyev's visit to Azerbaijan continues, with the main events of the OTS informal summit scheduled for July 6. The summit aims to enhance cooperation among the Turkic states, focusing on cultural, economic, and political collaboration.
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