Baku:President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev has announced that the World Forum on Intercultural Dialogue has evolved into one of the most effective platforms for addressing intercultural relations. His remarks came during the opening of the 7th edition of the forum.

According to Azeri-Press news agency, President Aliyev emphasized the forum's growth, noting the participation of over 2,000 registered attendees, including more than 500 international guests from over 100 countries. He pointed out that these numbers illustrate the forum's transformation over 15 years into a significant and inclusive platform that tackles not only intercultural issues but also urgent global matters.

He recalled the inaugural forum held in 2011, initiated by Azerbaijan, and expressed gratitude to partners, especially the UN Alliance of Civilizations, for their continued support. President Aliyev highlighted changes over the years and noted the forum's biennial nature, which allows for the discussion of pressing global concerns.