Elshad Iskandarov, Ambassador-at-Large of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, met with students at Baku State University (BSU).

During the meeting, Ambassador Iskandarov delivered a thought-provoking lecture focusing on the concepts of national identity, statehood, and Azerbaijanism, examining their evolution within the historical and cultural context of the Azerbaijani people. He emphasized that these foundational ideas are deeply rooted in the nation’s historical memory while also reflecting modern social and cultural values.

Addressing Azerbaijan’s unique geographical position at the crossroads of civilizations, the Ambassador highlighted how centuries of cultural interaction have shaped a distinctive ethnosocial identity among the Azerbaijani people.

The session concluded with a lively and interactive discussion, as students engaged Ambassador Iskandarov with questions on topics ranging from diplomacy to historical continuity and national development.