International Webinar on "Importance of leadership skills during crisis management" dedicated to the 97th birth anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan was held in Pakistan
Embassy of the Republic of Azerbaijan and Center for Global and Strategic Studies (CGSS) of Pakistan jointly organized an international webinar on “Importance of Leadership Skills during Crisis Management” dedicated to the 97th birth anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan.
The Webinar was aimed at spreading awareness on the significance of leadership qualities during the crisis in context of COVID-19.
Ahmed Yar Hiraj, Chairman of Prime Minister’s Inspection Commission of Pakistan highlighted the contribution of Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan in the webinar. He stated that COVID-19 has pressurized the leadership. In third world countries, due to lack of opportunities and facilities it is very difficult to handle the crisis but the incumbent Government of Pakistan is taking excellent measures through tax break and huge relief package to the needy. In this pandemic, the Government should show optimism to eradicate the depression during COVID-19.
Fuad Muradov, Chairman of the State Committee on Work with Diaspora of the Republic of Azerbaijan explained the leadership qualities of Heydar Aliyev that how he contributed for the people of Azerbaijan. In 1990s, when Azerbaijan was in havoc, Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan proved that the situation can be changed through economic development and social reforms.
Ali Alizada, Ambassador of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Pakistan presented special remarks on the birth anniversary of Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan. He stated that the current leadership of Azerbaijan is following the footsteps of the National Leader as Azerbaijan was facing multiple territorial issues, Heydar Aliyev played a vital role to curb these issues. In present COVID-19 crisis, Government of Azerbaijan has taken sufficient measures to contain the pandemic.
Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, Vice Chancellor, University of the Punjab stated that the common interest of Pakistan and Azerbaijan is a peaceful environment in the country. International laws should be implemented to avoid the conflicts. He also explained the various measures that University of the Punjab has taken to support the nation in these testing times. He also highlighted the characteristics of Heydar Aliyev, a great leader and national hero of Azerbaijan.
Dr. Farid Shafiyev, Chairman of the Center of Analysis of International Relations discussed the typology of leadership especially in context to crisis management. He stated that Heydar Aliyev, National Leader of Azerbaijan combined all types of leadership and how he recovered the country crisis in 1990s. Government of Azerbaijan was prepared for the pandemic by analyzing the situation of the world. He appreciated Pakistan’s efforts in COVID-19. He explained the measures taken by the Government of Azerbaijan and the reforms in health sector.
Ms. Kaana Aidarkul – Chairman of the Kyrgyz Association of Women in the security sector stated that Kyrgyz Republic, Azerbaijan and Pakistan have friendly relations and share common culture. She appreciated the efforts of Azerbaijan and Pakistan in the pandemic. Azerbaijan and Pakistan must continue mutual cooperation to support each other.
The webinar moderated by Mr. Samir Guliyev, Second Secretary of the Embassy of Azerbaijan and Mr. Khalid Taimur Akram, Executive Director of CGSS was attended by approximately 60 participants including experts from Azerbaijan and Pakistan. It was concluded that both the countries should enhance the mutual cooperation as they have a great leadership and can follow the footsteps of great leaders skills of Heydar Aliyev and Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah.
