Budapest, March 25, 2026 – The Europe Today: The opening ceremony of the Azerbaijani Literature Section was held at the National Széchényi Library in Budapest, marking a significant step in strengthening cultural ties between Azerbaijan and Hungary.
Addressing the ceremony, Director-General of the National Széchényi Library, Dávid Rózsa, highlighted the steady development of cultural cooperation between the two countries in recent years. He emphasized that the establishment of the Azerbaijani Literature Section would play a vital role in promoting cultural dialogue and enhancing mutual understanding between the peoples of Azerbaijan and Hungary.
Rózsa noted that with the support of Azerbaijan, the library’s collection has been enriched with over 150 Azerbaijani publications, offering readers valuable insights into the country’s history, literature, and cultural heritage.
Speaking on the occasion, Azerbaijani Ambassador to Hungary Tahir Taghizade described the initiative as a clear reflection of the strategic partnership and friendly relations between the two nations. He underlined that bilateral relations have witnessed dynamic growth across various sectors, particularly in the cultural sphere, and such initiatives serve to further deepen people-to-people connections.
Director of the Azerbaijan National Library, Professor Karim Tahirov, also termed the development an important symbol of growing cultural cooperation. He stressed that libraries are not only repositories of knowledge but also key institutions for preserving historical memory and national values.
Dr. Ádám Imre Szűcs, Deputy State Secretary at Hungary’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade, described the initiative as a significant milestone in advancing bilateral cultural relations. Meanwhile, Máté Vincze, Deputy State Secretary for Public Collections and Cultural Development at the Hungarian Ministry of Culture and Innovations, said the project would further strengthen friendly ties between the two countries.
The ceremony was attended by representatives of cultural and scientific communities, as well as intellectuals from both Azerbaijan and Hungary, reflecting the shared commitment to fostering cultural exchange and cooperation.
