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Azerbaijan political and foreign policy developments

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During the 8th Congress of the New Azerbaijan Party in Baku, President Ilham Aliyev addressed the nation’s status following the restoration of its territorial integrity and sovereignty. Aliyev asserted that Azerbaijan has established new regional realities through independent action and criticized former Armenian leadership, stating that permanent peace requires Armenia to remove territorial claims against Azerbaijan from its constitution. Aliyev emphasized the necessity of strengthening military power and maintaining a foreign policy that prevents external interference in domestic or international affairs. He expressed dissatisfaction with the international community’s support during previous conflicts, specifically targeting the co-chairs of the Minsk Group. In subsequent remarks, Aliyev reinforced the theme of independence by stating that Azerbaijan does not have a ‘big uncle’ or require external support. He noted that the country has procured its own military equipment at market prices without discounts. He also addressed international criticism regarding domestic decisions, such as school attire regulations, by urging critics to respect Azerbaijan’s sovereignty and stay out of its internal affairs. At the congress, Aliyev further defined the party’s mission as consolidating recent achievements, ensuring long-term security, and increasing military strength. He reiterated that the regional realities established by Azerbaijan’s military success are now globally recognized and characterized the former Armenian leadership as war criminals.

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