Yeni Şafak Russian expands reach with new HQs inaugurated in Baku

The headquarters of the Turkish newspaper Yeni Şafak in Russian and the media agency Turkic World were inaugurated in a remarkable display of regional collaboration. The event drew officials from Azerbaijan and Türkiye, along with representatives from Turkic-speaking countries' embassies, signifying a significant milestone in fostering cooperation and understanding among the nations.

The joint media platform, a collaborative effort between Albayrak Media Holding and Trend News Agency, has emerged as a driving force behind this groundbreaking initiative. With news agencies from Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan also contributing to the platform, it promises to present a holistic representation of the diverse and dynamic Turkic-speaking nations.

The inauguration ceremony was attended by key figures from the media industry, including Ömer Karaca, General Director of Albayrak Media Group, Mesut Albayrak, Board Member of Albayrak Holding, and Samir Babaoglu, Editor-in-Chief of the Yeni Şafak Russian, Head of the Information Security Sector of the First Vice-President of the Azerbaijani Republic Farhad Amirbekov, Head of the Communication Policy Sector of the Presidential Administration Javid Musayev, General Director of Trend bureau Ilgar Huseynov, Deputy General Director of Trend media group Rufiz Hafizoglu and Sahil Karimli, Kazakh Ambassador to Azerbaijan Alim Bael, as well as Turkish Ambassador to Azerbaijan Cahit Bagchi. Their presence underscored the significance of this joint endeavor in promoting regional cooperation and fostering stronger bonds among Turkic states.

During the event, dignitaries expressed their vision for the future of this collaborative platform, emphasizing its potential to strengthen relations between Azerbaijan and Türkiye. The joint media initiative is poised to play a pivotal role in advancing cooperation in diverse domains, ranging from culture and politics to economy and beyond.

Omer Karaca, the head of "Albayrak Media Group," emphasized that the launch of the joint media platform marks the beginning of future development in relations among the Turkish states.

"During this weekend at the Global Media Forum, held amidst the stunning views of Shusha city, we engaged in discussions with media representatives from 50 different countries. We express our heartfelt gratitude to Azerbaijan for hosting such a splendid forum. Two years ago, together with Trend News Agency, we became an integral part of the Turkic World project and Yeni Şafak in Russian."

"Our joint project has seen significant growth and development over the years. Currently, we are opening our office in Baku, and we have ambitious plans to establish larger offices in various locations in the years ahead, further enhancing our ties with the Turkish states across all domains. I am hopeful that the opening of this office will mark the beginning of a new phase of development," continued Karaca.

During his speech, Javid Musayev, the head of the communication policy sector of the Presidential Administration of Azerbaijan, highlighted the recent hosting of the Global Media Forum in Shusha, the cultural capital of Azerbaijan, just two days ago.

He noted that one of the noteworthy events during the media forum was the personal presence of Azerbaijan's President, Ilham Aliyev, who dedicated nearly three hours to answering questions from foreign media representatives. This underlined the importance the state of Azerbaijan places on the media and journalism.

Moreover, Javid Musayev pointed out the creation of a united project involving the information agency "Trend" and "Albayrak Media Group." He regarded this as the clearest example of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Türkiye.

Ambassador Alim Bayel of Kazakhstan to Azerbaijan also emphasized the significance of this project in promoting the popularization of events occurring in the Turkish states. He highlighted that the cooperative nature of this project would further enhance relations among the Turkic world countries. The Ambassador expressed his well-wishes for the success of this joint platform, recognizing the influential role of Albayrak Media Group as one of Türkiye's most prominent media companies.

Echoing similar sentiments, Turkish Ambassador to Azerbaijan, Cahit Bagchi, hailed the collaboration between Azerbaijan and Türkiye in the field of mass media. He observed that the project was a testament to the efforts of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev in strengthening the Organization of Turkic States across all domains.

The media collaboration will facilitate the exchange of news and information on a regional scale, enhancing understanding and unity among Turkic-speaking nations. This platform represents not only a convergence of media entities but also a commitment to amplifying the collective voice and showcasing the rich cultural tapestry of the Turkic world to a global audience.

As the headquarters opens its doors in Azerbaijan, it sets the stage for further growth and development in the coming years. The initiative seeks to explore avenues to deepen cooperation among Turkic states and to contribute to the continued progress of the region.