On March 12, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev received Vaira Vike-Freiberga and Ismail Serageldin, co-chairs of the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, along with former heads of state and government, and members of the Center’s Board of Trustees.

President Ilham Aliyev pointed out that the Center's activities, rooted in the philosophy of the great Azerbaijani poet and thinker Nizami Ganjavi, are highly valued on a global scale. The Azerbaijani President highlighted the Center's active role in discussing critical issues on the international agenda and contributing to finding solutions. The head of state also underscored the significance of the 12th Global Baku Forum, stressing that the event is dedicated to important topics related to shaping the new world order.

President Ilham Aliyev noted that Azerbaijan would host the UN World Urban Forum in 2026, highlighting the importance of collaboration between the country, the Nizami Ganjavi International Center, and UN institutions within this framework.

“Caspian Energy Media” reports with reference to the official website of the President of Azerbaijan.