The Presidential Library has received Volume 152 of the multi-volume series “Ilham Aliyev: Development Is Our Goal”, a publication dedicated to documenting the state activities of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, and outlining the key priorities of the country’s domestic and foreign policy. The latest volume covers the period from April to May 2026.

This edition presents a comprehensive account of President Ilham Aliyev’s official and working visits to Kazakhstan, Georgia and Türkiye, highlighting the high-level meetings and international engagements held during these trips. Particular attention is devoted to his attendance at the opening ceremony of the 5th Antalya Diplomacy Forum and the Informal Summit of Heads of State of the Organization of Turkic States. The volume also documents his meetings with representatives of Türkiye, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Turkmenistan and the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, alongside senior representatives of the Organization of Turkic States. In addition, it provides coverage of the President’s meetings with the Prime Minister of the Czech Republic and the President of Latvia during their respective official visits to Azerbaijan.

Other significant events featured in the publication include President Ilham Aliyev’s participation in the 13th Session of the World Urban Forum, the inauguration of Shukurbayli village in Jabrayil District, and the opening ceremony of a residential complex in Zangilan. The volume further includes an interview given by the Azerbaijani President to Euronews.

The materials compiled in Volume 152 offer valuable insights into President Ilham Aliyev’s political and diplomatic engagements, the development of Azerbaijan’s international partnerships, and the implementation of major socio-economic initiatives throughout the country. As a documentary and informational resource, the publication is particularly relevant to readers seeking to explore the President’s state activities, Azerbaijan’s role in the international arena, and the strategic priorities underpinning the country’s development. It is also a useful reference work for academics, researchers, university students and professionals specializing in political science, international relations and contemporary Azerbaijani studies.