(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 24. Azerbaijan has
become a guarantor of Europe's energy security thanks to President
Ilham Aliyev, the Executive Director of the Pakistan Research
Center for a Community with Shared Future (PRCCSF), Khalid Taimur
Akram told Trend .
"Azerbaijan has become a symbol of stability by fully restoring
its territorial integrity and sovereignty," he said.
The expert noted that this was possible due to the country's
forward-looking policy and priorities, including strengthening the
economy, forming a professional army, and active participation in
the world arena.
In his opinion, this forward-looking approach has become key for
Azerbaijan in achieving regional leadership and recognition in
world politics.
In addition, Akram noted that Azerbaijan's implementation of
state regional development programs during this period contributed
to the growth of the national economy.
"From 2003 to 2022, Azerbaijan's GDP increased from $7.3 billion
to $78.7 billion, with state budget expenditures rising from $705.8
million to $21.5 billion. In 2003, the average wage was a mere $45,
but by 2022, it had surged to nearly $500, showcasing unprecedented
economic growth. Several state programs for socio-economic
development were initiated to diversify and effectively integrate
the country's economy into the global economic system," he
stressed.
The expert added that the upcoming extraordinary presidential
election in Azerbaijan will contribute to the country's further
movement towards a glorious future built on the principles of
openness, fairness, and inclusive governance.
On December 7, 2023, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Ilham Aliyev signed a decree calling for an extraordinary
presidential election in the country on February 7, 2024.
On December 19, the Central Election Commission of Azerbaijan (CEC)
approved the candidacy of Ilham Aliyev, nominated by the ruling New
Azerbaijan Party (YAP), for participation in the extraordinary
presidential election.
Azerbaijan has registered seven candidates to run in the
extraordinary presidential election.
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