UN official: Azerbaijan's identity shaped at crossroads of continents, civilizations

"Azerbaijan's identity has been shaped at the crossroads of continents and civilizations - where ideas, cultures and traditions have flowed and intertwined over centuries," said Courtenay Rattray, Chef de Cabinet to the United Nations Secretary-General, Permanent Mission of Azerbaijan to the UN wrote on X, Report informs.

Rattray made the remarks at a reception marking the Independence Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, which was held at United Nations Headquarters in New York on May 28, 2026.

He also extended his heartfelt congratulations to the people of Azerbaijan.

Permanent Representatives, diplomats, and other senior UN officials also joined the celebration. Guests enjoyed Azerbaijani national cuisine and a musical performance.

Addressing the guests, the Permanent Representative of Azerbaijan, Ambassador Tofig Musayev, highlighted the enduring legacy of the Azerbaijan Democratic Republic (ADR) and underscored Azerbaijan's active contributions across the key pillars of the United Nations - from advancing the Sustainable Development Goals and promoting human rights to supporting international peace and security.