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New Azerbaijan Party holds VIII Congress with leadership changes
The New Azerbaijan Party (YAP) held its VIII Congress on October 2, 2026, following the full restoration of Azerbaijan's territorial integrity and sovereignty. During the event, President Ilham Aliyev delivered a speech addressing the country's recent geopolitical shifts and strategic goals.
In his address, Aliyev emphasized that Azerbaijan achieved the liberation of Karabakh independently, stating that the nation did not receive assistance from other countries during its military efforts. He also noted that the country's military capabilities were built through independent procurement at global market prices.
The congress also involved significant organizational changes. A new 40-member Governing Board was approved, which saw the removal of five previous members, including Ramin Mammadov, the Chairman of the State Committee on Religious Issues. Mammadov was notably not selected as a delegate for the congress.
Political analysts and deputies noted that the congress marks a new phase for the party, focusing on maintaining historical achievements while strengthening military and economic potential in a changing geopolitical landscape.
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Azerbaijan · Ilham Aliyev · Karabakh · New Azerbaijan Party · Ramin Mammadov
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The New Azerbaijan Party (YAP) held its VIII Congress on October 2, 2026. diaspornews.az · www.meydan.tv · tezadlar.az · az.trend.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] President Ilham Aliyev stated that Azerbaijan achieved the liberation of Karabakh independently, without assistance from other nations. www.meydan.tv
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ramin Mammadov currently serves as the Chairman of the State Committee on Religious Issues. tezadlar.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The party approved a new 40-member Governing Board during the congress. tezadlar.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Five individuals, including Ramin Mammadov, were excluded from the new Governing Board. tezadlar.az
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Aliyev noted that the country purchased its military weaponry at global market prices. www.meydan.tv