Celebration of Azerbaijani Independence Day in Berlin
Berlin hosts a celebration of Azerbaijani Independence Day, fostering cultural unity
July 23rd, 2024On June 6, the Azerbaijani Cultural Center in Berlin hosted an event organized by the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Germany to mark Azerbaijani Independence Day. The gathering included over 500 attendees, such as members of the German Bundestag, high-ranking officials, ambassadors, media representatives and notable figures from science and culture. Members of the Azerbaijani, Turkish and other communities in Germany were also present.
The event commenced with a performance by children from the “Khari Bulbul” House of Azerbaijani Culture, who sang the national anthems of Azerbaijan and Germany. This was followed by the screening of a short film about COP29, serving as an introduction to the formal addresses.
Azerbaijan’s ambassador to Germany, Nasimi Aghayev, delivered a keynote speech, emphasizing the historical significance of Azerbaijan’s independence. He mentioned that 106 years ago, Azerbaijan established the first secular republic in the Muslim world and achieved various milestones, including the early recognition of women’s suffrage. Although the republic was dissolved in 1920, Azerbaijan’s independence was re-established in 1991. Aghayev also noted the contributions to modern Azerbaijani statehood.
Representing the German Federal Government, Matthias Lüttenberg, the director for Eastern Europe, Caucasus and Central Asia at the German Federal Foreign Office, extended his congratulations. He acknowledged the increasing activity in German-Azerbaijani relations and expressed optimism about their future.
The event also featured cultural performances. The “Caucasian Consort,” led by Tural Ismayilov, an Azerbaijani musician based in Germany, performed Azerbaijani and international jazz music. Additionally, there was a fashion show displaying traditional Azerbaijani costumes and a presentation of Azerbaijani cuisine’s dishes. The stage, decorated with national ornaments, received positive attention from the guests.