Baku: President Ilham Aliyev emphasized the significant contributions of Azerbaijani people to world culture during his meeting with participants of international conferences in Baku. He highlighted the country's rich history of producing influential poets and thinkers.

According to Azeri-Press News Agency, President Aliyev mentioned several notable figures throughout history, including Nizami Ganjavi and Khagani Shirvani from the 12th century, Imadaddin Nasimi from the 14th century, Yahya Bakuvi from the 15th century, and Shah Ismail Khatai and Muhammad Fuzuli from the 16th century. He remarked that each of these individuals represents a vast universe of talent, showcasing the richness of Azerbaijani culture and heritage.