Riga: The book 'Latvia and Azerbaijan: History Through Life Stories' by Azerbaijani researcher Nigar Sultanova has been presented in Riga with the support of the Embassy of Azerbaijan in Latvia, Zinatne Publishing House, and the Riga Latvian Society. The presentation event gathered a diverse audience, including officials from Latvian state institutions, members of the Seimas, heads of diplomatic missions accredited in the country, representatives of local public, academic and cultural circles, and members of the Azerbaijani community.
According to Azerbaijan State News Agency, the book, published in both English and Latvian by Zinatne Publishing House, delves into the cultural and historical connections between Azerbaijan and Latvia, tracing their relationship back more than a century. The publication aims to celebrate and document the enduring ties between the two nations.
Guntis Gailitis, Chairman of the Riga Latvian Society, opened the event by highlighting the organization's 158-year history and its role in shaping Latvian national identity. He expressed pride in hosting the presentation of a publication that seeks to revive and reflect on the historical ties between the peoples of Azerbaijan and Latvia.
Azerbaijan's Ambassador to Latvia, Elnur Sultanov, spoke at the event, emphasizing the historical foundations of the bilateral relations between the two countries and the ongoing development of modern cooperation.