‘The city of Shusha has been designated as the cultural capital of the Islamic world. I would like to express my gratitude to ICESCO, its leadership, and member countries – our brotherly nations – for this decision,’ said President Ilham Aliyev as he addressed the 7th ‘Kharibulbul” International Music Festival.

‘Shusha has been bestowed with this prestigious designation, and we see it as a sign of the Islamic world’s continued support and respect for Azerbaijan,’ the head of state pointed out.

Source: Azerbaijan State News Agency