President Ilham Aliyev congratulated the Jewish community of Azerbaijan

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev sent a congratulatory letter to the Jewish community of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the Jewish New Year - Rosh Hashanah.

As reported by BAKU.WS with reference to President.az, the message states:

"Dear compatriots!

I cordially congratulate you on the New Year holiday of the Jewish people - Rosh Hashanah, and express my warmest wishes.

The Jewish community holds a special place in Azerbaijan, where progressive traditions of tolerance and a high culture of coexistence have historically prevailed. Jews, who are today an integral part of our society, have lived for centuries side by side with representatives of other peoples and faiths in conditions of peace, mutual respect and trust.

In the modern world, Azerbaijan is one of the few places where there is no antisemitism, xenophobia, and ethnoreligious intolerance. Preserving cultural diversity, developing the language and culture of ethnic minorities, and promoting multicultural values are among the priority directions of state policy in Azerbaijan.

Our citizens of Jewish origin actively participate in all spheres of social and political life, make a worthy contribution to further strengthening national and spiritual solidarity in society, and conveying the realities of Azerbaijan to the world community.

Rosh Hashanah is a symbol of renewal, spiritual purity, kindness, and solidarity. On this significant day, I once again congratulate each of you on the holiday, wishing happiness to your families and prosperity to your homes.

Happy holiday!"