Ilham Aliyev: Azerbaijan stands as one of few places free from antisemitism, xenophobia, and ethno-religious intolerance

In today's world, Azerbaijan stands as one of the few places free from antisemitism, xenophobia, and ethno-religious intolerance, President Ilham Aliyev said in a congratulatory message to the Jewish community of Azerbaijan on the occasion of the New Year holiday of the Jewish people – Rosh Hashanah.

The head of state said that 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 public and political life, making a valuable contribution to the further strengthening of national and spiritual solidarity in society, as well as to conveying the realities of Azerbaijan to the international community," the Azerbaijani leader said.