General Assembly and Bureau meeting: 8th Black Sea Summit in Batumi
On June 12-14, the 8th Black Sea Summit was held in Batumi, Adjara, Georgia, where political leaders and experts gathered to discuss regional cooperation and economic growth. Organized by the Assembly of European Regions (AER), the summit focuses on fostering unity and addressing key issues in the Black Sea region.
Key figures including AER President Albert Castellanos Maduell and Ajara Chairman Tornike Rijvadze highlighted the summit's importance in promoting political and economic stability across Black Sea countries. Discussions centered on political synergies, innovation, and sustainable agriculture, aiming to enhance regional collaboration.
"The summit underscores the critical role of cooperation in addressing shared challenges and seizing opportunities for growth," noted Dr. Leila Alieva, the summit's Master of Ceremonies. Panels explored topics such as environmental protection and the role of innovation in driving economic development, reflecting a commitment to sustainable progress in the region.
The event marked a concerted effort to strengthen ties between the Black Sea countries in the face of changing global dynamics. As discussions continue, stakeholders are poised to advance initiatives that bolster regional resilience and prosperity.
By the way, the Swedish delegation of parliamentarians was headed by Azerbaijani-born Aida Kerimli.
Politics
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U.S. President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, who is also the Democratic nominee for president, will separately host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the White House next Thursday to discuss his victory plan and current state of war, TURAN's Washington correspondent reports.
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On September 29, the Baku Court of Grave Crimes continued the trial of human rights activist Bakhtiyar Hajiyev with a review of the case documents. During this time, a dispute arose between the state prosecutor and Hajiyev.
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The U.S. Embassy hosted a reception to mark the 30th anniversary of the "Contract of the Century." "For those unfamiliar, the 'Contract of the Century' is the agreement signed in 1994 between SOCAR and 11 foreign energy companies, including four from the U.S., to develop the flagship oil field Azeri-Chirag-Guneshli (ACG). This deal, which required complex and lengthy negotiations, became the largest Western investment in the former Soviet Union at that time," said U.S. Ambassador Mark Libby during his speech at the ceremony. He highlighted that ACG became the foundation of Azerbaijan's energy sector and ultimately led to the remarkable prosperity that Azerbaijan enjoys today.
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Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and all Rus' presented the Order of St. Alexius, Metropolitan of Kyiv, Moscow, and all Rus', to Sheikh-ul-Islam Allahshukur Pashazade, Chairman of the Caucasus Muslims Office (CMO). The award ceremony took place at the patriarch's residence in Moscow. Pashazade received this prestigious honor in recognition of his contributions to the development of interfaith dialogue and the preservation of traditional values in society, coinciding with his 75th anniversary.
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