Azerbaijani Prime Minister honours legacy of Patriarch Ilia II

Azerbaijani prime minister Ali Asadov on Thursday expressed condolences to his Georgian counterpart Irakli Kobakhidze on the passing of the Catholicos-Patriarch of Georgia Ilia II.

In an official letter, Asadov emphasised the significant contribution of Ilia II to the development of friendship and cooperation between Georgia and Azerbaijan and conveyed sympathy to the Georgian government, the people and the Orthodox Church.

“With deep sorrow, I learned of the passing of His Holiness Ilia II, Catholicos-Patriarch of all Georgia, an influential religious figure of our time.His Holiness Ilia II dedicated his life to the faithful service of his own people and universal human values. By promoting peace, unity, and interreligious dialogue in the Caucasus region, regardless of nationality or religious affiliation, he earned the great respect and love of millions of people”, he said.

“On the occasion of this heavy loss, on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Azerbaijan, I extend my deepest condolences to the Government of Georgia, to all of Georgia, and to the Georgian Orthodox Church”, Asadov noted.