BAKU, Azerbaijan, August 20. The 130th
anniversary of the birth of Aziz Aliyev, an outstanding Azerbaijani
statesman and scholar, will be commemorated.


President Ilham Aliyev signed the corresponding decree.


The text of the document has been published on the official
website of the President of Azerbaijan.


The decree notes that January 2027 marks the 130th anniversary
of the birth of Aziz Aliyev, an outstanding Azerbaijani statesman
and scientist, healthcare administrator, Doctor of Medical
Sciences, and professor.


“As a true intellectual patriot, devoted to lofty ideals and
humanistic values, Aziz Aliyev led a life of distinction and is one
of those rare individuals who have left future generations a vivid
example of service to the people. While serving in various senior
positions, guided by a sense of national responsibility, he
consistently carried out highly effective work in state-building
and the improvement of the governance system.


Aziz Aliyev played an exceptional role in reshaping Azerbaijan’s
healthcare system on a new foundation, developing medical education
in accordance with the standards of his time, and training
qualified national professionals in this field. During World War
II, he successfully led a number of important initiatives of
significant military and political importance.


At pivotal moments in Azerbaijan’s history, his decisive actions
regarding issues of vital importance to the people enriched the
tradition of public administration. “Aziz Aliyev’s selflessness and
his contribution to further strengthening relations between
Azerbaijan and Dagestan have made his name a true symbol of
friendship and brotherhood between our peoples,” the Decree
reads.


According to the decree, the Ministry of Health of the Republic
of Azerbaijan, in conjunction with the Ministry of Science and
Education of the Republic of Azerbaijan and the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, must prepare and implement a
plan of events commemorating the 130th anniversary of the birth of
the distinguished statesman and scientist Aziz Aliyev.


The Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan must
resolve any issues arising from this decree.