On Friday, the head of Dagestan Ramazan Abdullatipov met with Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Azerbaijan to Russia Polad Bulbul oglu, the press service of the head of the region informed AIF Dagestan. The Soviet and Azerbaijani singer, composer and actor, honored art worker and People's Artist of the Azerbaijani SSR, former Minister of Culture of Azerbaijan, Professor, Doctor of Arts of the National Arts Academy of Azerbaijan arrived in Dagestan in order to take part in ceremonies to mark the 85th anniversary of the composer Murad Kazhlaev.
During the meeting, which was held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, Ramadan Abdullatipov wished the distinguished guest a pleasant stay in Dagestan.
"In 2015, the cultural life of Dagestan was full of significant events, which confirmed the uniqueness and creative potential of the republic. The beginning of 2016 was marked as an important phenomenon for all of us, the 85th anniversary of the outstanding composer Murad Magomedovich Kazhlaev, who is widely known not only in Dagestan and Russia, but throughout the world. Dear Polad, you have known Mourad Magomedovich for many years, and it is gratifying that this significant celebration has became a holiday for Azerbaijan. We are welcoming you and we are always very pleased with our contact with you," the head of the region said.
Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Russia Polad Bulbul oglu expressed gratitude for the invitation by the head of Dagestan. "Murad Kazhlaev is really considered as a person who belongs there, since he lived in Baku and studied with the great composer, honored art worker of the Azerbaijani Soviet Socialist Republic, the People's Artist of Azerbaijan SSR, USSR People's Artist Gara Garayev Abulfaz oglu.
Polad Bulbul oglu also stressed the indissoluble economic, spiritual and cultural ties that have developed between Dagestan and Azerbaijan. "In recent years many positive changes have taken place in the republic under the leadership of Ramadan Gadzhimuradovicha Abdulatipov. The glorious anniversary of the ancient Russian city of Derbent was celebrated in Dagestan recently. You look at the walls of the Naryn-Kala citadel and realize that ancient history was created here. It is important to know about today's youth. Organization of mass cultural events with a high organizational level, such as a celebration of the 2000th anniversary of Derbent, the Moscow Kremlin Palace, where Dagestan was represented in full measure, and then at the UNESCO headquarters in France. It is very important. People, especially artists, have to feel the need and feel their destiny. Therefore, the projects that are implemented today in Dagestan are the key to the successful development of the republic," the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Azerbaijan to Russia expressed confidence and wished Dagestanis all the best.
Work on the construction of a monument to Aziz Aliyev is being carried out in Makhachkala now. A square with the same name is to be constructed there. The head of the Republic noted the contribution of the Republic of Azerbaijan in the preparation of commemorative events in honor of the 2000th anniversary of Derbent: Heydar Aliyev Street was completely reconstructed, as President Vladimir Putin recommended.
"In future, cooperation will continue. In particular, an Olympic Sports Center and the Azerbaijani Music and Drama Theater will be built in Derbent," Ramadan Abdullatipov said.
The head of Dagestan noted that Polad Bulbul oglu is not only the ambassador of Azerbaijan to Russia for Dagestanis. He is one of the most outstanding and gifted cultural figures of our country, the Soviet Union, Azerbaijan and Dagestan. "Your speeches in Derbent and in the Kremlin underline our friendly relations once again. Today, cooperation between our countries is conducted at all levels, and it will be continued, strengthened, extended," Ramadan Abdullatipov said.
Polad Bulbul oglu thanked the head of Dagestan for the warm reception. Passing the hall of the Government House, he pointed out a portrait of Aziz Aliyev with great pleasure among a series of portraits of the leaders of the republic. According to the guest, it underlines the reverent attitude to the merits of the Dagestani political figure.
"You pointed out the fact in your speech in Derbent during the celebration of the 2000th anniversary of the city that Aziz Aliyev was the head of Dagestan. It caused a positive reaction among the Azerbaijani people, we even published the text of your speech in the mass media.
Dagestan is our closest neighbor. According to the well-known saying, a close neighbor is better than a distant relative. Relations of brotherhood and friendship among our peoples, especially among intellectuals and creative people, have always existed. For a long period of time we have exchanged groups and creative experience. I would like to emphasize that a lot of cultural, humanitarian encouragement appeared after you became the head of Dagestan,'' the ambassador said.
He also informed that Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev received an invitation from Murad Kazhlaeva to travel to Dagestan and take part in the anniversary celebrations. "Ilham Heydar oglu warmly responded to the invitation, he knows about Murad Magomedovich's parents and his roots. He wrote a very warm welcome speech of congratulations that I have read today at the event on the occasion of his birthday. Murad Kazhlaev was also awarded the Order of Friendship of Azerbaijan, one of the highest awards of our country. I will also present it to him in the evening at the Russian Theater," Polad Bulbul oglu said.
