Leyla Aliyeva attends presentation of Har Hazeitim Committee in London

The House of Commons of the British Parliament has hosted a presentation ceremony of the International Committee for the Preservation of Har Hazeitim (ICPHH) historical cemetery and venue.

Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva attended the event, AZERTAC news agency reported.

Azerbaijan's achievements in the field of religious tolerance, particularly attention to the Jewish community in the country were hailed.

Azerbaijani Ambassador to the UK Tahir Taghizade highlighted the history of cultural diversity and harmonious coexistence of different religious and ethnic communities in Azerbaijan. "Jewish community has lived in peace and tranquility in Azerbaijan for centuries," he said.

The diplomat underlined Vice-President of the Heydar Aliyev Foundation Leyla Aliyeva's participation in the ceremony, hailing the Foundation's projects implemented both in Azerbaijan and abroad. The Ambassador also highlighted the Heydar Aliyev Foundation`s projects in the fields of multiculturalism, protection of cultural heritage and religious tolerance.