President Ilham Aliyev: The development of Azerbaijani media makes me very happy

The development of Azerbaijani media makes me very happy. I am very glad that today our media has gained enormous authority not only within the country but also on the international level, and I say this absolutely sincerely.

As reported by AZERTAJ, this was stated by President Ilham Aliyev while speaking at the III Shusha Global Media Forum.

"Today, Azerbaijani media is capable of protecting state interests. They have achieved great success in exposing unfounded accusations against Azerbaijan based on arguments, serious analysis, and facts. Our media not only defends state interests but also goes on the offensive when necessary. And this is also needed. In sports, they sometimes say: the best defense is offense," noted the head of state.

President Ilham Aliyev emphasized that Azerbaijani media is now able to respond to any unflattering, slanderous campaigns, and this is a very important reality.