In our countries (OTS member states – ed.), national principles and the principles of national identity take precedence over other principles that outside forces sometimes attempt to instill in us.

Axar.az reports that President Ilham Aliyev made the remarks as he received security officials of OTS member states.

The head of state also noted: “Educating the younger generation in our countries in the spirit of patriotism, fidelity to national principles, and our moral values is also crucial. In this context, of course, this represents a broad domain in which the OTS must actively work, including within the framework of measures related to youth policy.”