Baku: President Ilham Aliyev emphasized Azerbaijan's role as a prominent host for international events, stating that the country's agenda is broad and varied. During his address at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the Islamic Development Bank Group, he highlighted the nation's history of successfully hosting significant global gatherings since the 2010 annual meeting of the IsDB Group.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev pointed out Azerbaijan's recent accomplishments, including the successful hosting of COP29 in 2024, which achieved remarkable results. He also mentioned the World Urban Forum held last month, which is recognized as one of the largest international gatherings. These events, among others, underscore the diverse nature of Azerbaijan's international activities and its capability to host such significant events effectively.