Ilham Aliyev attended opening of “LATIFA” Lachin Garment Factory
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration of the “LATIFA” Lachin Garment Factory. Bunyad Gasimov, Director General of “Baku Landscaping Service” LLC, briefed President Ilham Aliyev on the facility. The Lachin Agro-Industrial Park, which was inaugurated on August 26, 2023, with the participation of President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva, continues to expand its operations. Located in the village of Zerti in the Lachin district, the park currently hosts 12 operational enterprises. It was noted that two more enterprises are set to begin operations within the industrial park, one of which is the “LATIFA” Lachin Garment Factory. With a total investment of 1.2 million manats, the factory will create 30 new jobs. It is expected to produce 2,000 textile items per day, including home textiles, sportswear, exclusive clothing, and other products.
***
Ilham Aliyev inaugurated Pirshaghi shoe factory’s Lachin branch
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev participated in the opening of the Lachin branch of the Pirshaghi shoe factory on May 27. The Lachin branch of the Pirshaghi shoe factory is among the businesses commencing operations within the Lachin Agro-Industrial Park. The enterprise, with a total investment value of 367,900 manats, will employ 15 people, mainly residents of Lachin. The factory is capable of producing 1,500 pairs of shoes per month for men, women, and children. Equipped with modern machinery, the factory will manufacture both sports and classic style shoes. In addition to selling its products on the domestic market, the enterprise also plans to export its products to European countries. A total of 46 enterprises are planned to operate in the Lachin Agro-Industrial Park. These will include furniture factories, fish farms, food industry facilities, light industry businesses, environmentally friendly processing enterprises, a scientific-research center for small ruminants, and other enterprises. The creation of new jobs in the region, restoration of infrastructure, and support for entrepreneurship are contributing to increased economic activity. In this regard, the Lachin Agro-Industrial Park plays a very important role.
***
Ilham Aliyev attended inauguration of Lachin Electric Network Digital Control Center
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration of the Lachin Electric Network Digital Control Center. Vugar Ahmadov, Chairman of “Azerishig” Open Joint-Stock Company, briefed the head of state on the progress achieved at the facility. The center is designed to ensure uninterrupted and reliable electricity supply to consumers in the city, including newly constructed residential complexes, as well as industrial, social, agricultural, and tourism facilities currently under development. This facility represents an innovative solution that collects and processes data on the status of the electrical network, enabling digital control, protection, and management of the system’s equipment. The center is equipped with two 1600 kVA power transformers and modern 35 kV and 0.4 kV indoor distribution units. To supply electricity to the facility, dual-circuit power transmission lines measuring 4.8 kilometers in length have been laid from the "Lachin" substation. The state-of-the-art equipment installed here ensures high-precision and unified technological measurements, supports reliable network operation, reduces energy transmission losses, and minimizes overall operational costs. The center also features an online notification system to inform consumers in advance of planned power outages. With the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid—automatically managed through the Digital Control Center—electricity supply interruptions are completely eliminated. The center enables the multifunctional operation of the substation based on the volume of electricity received and transmitted, and fully coordinates the interaction of devices and equipment. Operations are automatically adapted to the requirements of the distribution network. In addition, the system enhances decision-making capabilities in information and technical security and supports the integration of “green energy” sources into the grid. The substation within the center is of a closed type, and since all control operations are conducted remotely, there is no need for permanent on-site staff.
***
Ilham Aliyev laid foundation stone for Lachin cable car line
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev laid the foundation stone for the Lachin cable car line on May 27. Minister of Digital Development and Transport Rashad Nabiyev briefed the head of state on the upcoming project. Given Lachin’s breathtaking natural landscape and strong tourism potential, special emphasis has been placed on developing the district’s tourism infrastructure. The planned cable car line will be located in the city’s Boulevard area and will consist of two sections. The line will span a total length of 1,720 meters and reach a height of 300 meters, with a travel time of approximately six minutes. The system will feature 17 cabins and will be capable of transporting up to 800 passengers per hour. The Boulevard area, where the cable car line is under construction, stretches nearly 2 kilometers and has already become a popular destination for both residents and tourists. Since its liberation from occupation, Lachin has witnessed rapid reconstruction, with major social infrastructure projects underway. A particular focus has been placed on revitalizing the district's tourism potential.
***
Ilham Aliyev attended inauguration of Beylik village in Lachin district
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration of Beylik village in the Lachin district. Masim Mammadov, Special Representative of the President in Lachin district, briefed the head of state on the newly established infrastructure in the village. Large-scale construction projects are underway in Lachin, including in Beylik village, as part of the “First State Program on the Great Return to the Liberated Territories of the Republic of Azerbaijan.” President Ilham Aliyev also reviewed the conditions at the newly built club-community center in Beylik village. The center includes rooms designated for dance and hobby groups and is equipped to host various events, including youth gatherings. To promote sustainability, green energy is utilized to power homes, social facilities, and public spaces throughout the village. Solar panels have been installed on the roof of the club-community center and other buildings to support this effort. President Ilham Aliyev then inspected the newly constructed individual houses in Beylik village. The entire village has been rebuilt from the ground up, with plans to resettle 90 families—totaling 360 residents. A total of 91 individual houses have been constructed across a 29.6-hectare area. These include 13 two-room, 50 three-room, 15 four-room, and 13 five-room houses. All necessary conditions have been created to ensure employment for the population. The village features a comprehensive range of economic, social, and utility infrastructure. Internal roads have been constructed, and the village is fully provided with electricity, communication services, water, and natural gas.
***
Ilham Aliyev met with residents relocated to Beylik village in Lachin, presented keys to new homes
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met with residents relocated to the village of Beylik in Lachin district and presented them with the keys to their new homes.
***
Ilham Aliyev inaugurated Ashagi Malibeyli and Mirik hydroelectric plants in Lachin
President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration ceremony of the Ashagi Malibeyli and Mirik hydroelectric power plants (HPPs), operated by AzerEnerji Open Joint-Stock Company (OJSC), in Lachin on May 27. Baba Rzayev, Chairman of AzerEnerji OJSC, first briefed the President on ongoing hydro-green energy projects across the Karabakh and East Zangezur economic regions. With 32 power plants already operational and an additional 6 poised for commissioning, the total number of hydroelectric plants has reached 38, with a combined capacity of 307 MW. The green energy generated by these plants is projected to save up to 200 million cubic meters of natural gas annually, preventing the release of approximately 400,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere. The President then received detailed information on the Ashagi Malibeyli and Mirik hydroelectric plants. Both plants were built on the section of the Zabukh River—a right-bank tributary of the Hakari River—flowing through the territories of the villages of Malibeyli and Mirik in the Lachin district. The Ashagi Malibeyli HPP (3.1 MW capacity) and the Mirik HPP (3.5 MW capacity) are equipped with cutting-edge technology and integrated into the nation's centralized SCADA system via fiber-optic cable networks. These plants are projected to generate 20 million kilowatt-hours of green energy annually, resulting in savings of 4.3 million cubic meters of natural gas and preventing the release of 8,000 tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere each year. Residents of Lachin will be employed at the newly commissioned power plants. President Ilham Aliyev officially launched the Ashagi Malibeyli and Mirik hydroelectric power plants.
***
Ilham Aliyev met with residents in Lachin
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev met and held a conversation with residents in the city of Lachin.
***
Ilham Aliyev attended opening of “Lachin” Recreation Complex
On May 27, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev attended the inauguration of the “Lachin” Recreation Complex in Zerti village, Lachin district. Ramin Guluzade, Head of the President’s Administrative Services Department, briefed the President on the facilities at the complex. Situated on a mountain peak amid the picturesque nature of Karabakh, the modern recreation center showcases the region’s tourism potential. It is a significant project contributing to the restoration of liberated territories and the development of tourism. The “Lachin” Recreation Complex covers 11.2 hectares, with a total built-up area of 42,000 square meters. It includes a hotel with 120 rooms of various categories and eight cottages, accommodating up to 324 guests. The complex offers modern amenities for business meetings, conferences, and events, featuring a 500-seat event hall, a 340-seat banquet hall, a 100-seat conference room, and additional meeting rooms. Restaurants and cafés at the complex serve both national and international cuisine. For entertainment, guests can enjoy bowling, VR gaming zones, karaoke, billiards, and a children’s entertainment center. Sports facilities include football and basketball pitches, along with cycling and hiking trails surrounded by mountain scenery. The facility employs 174 people, including 122 residents from Lachin, Kalbajar, and other liberated territories.
