Baku: Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev emphasized the enduring preservation of the Azerbaijani language throughout the nation's history during a recent interview with local television channels. Highlighting the linguistic continuity from past generations to the present, President Aliyev noted that the language spoken today aligns closely with that of their ancestors, showcasing the resilience of Azerbaijani cultural heritage.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, President Aliyev acknowledged the influence of external lexicons during the Soviet era but asserted that the period of independence allowed Azerbaijan to eliminate such influences. He stressed that the language's purity is a testament to the nation's ability to maintain its cultural identity over time, free from significant foreign linguistic impact.