A commemorative ceremony dedicated to the memory of Azerbaijani poet Mikayil Mushfig was held in İzmir, Türkiye.
The event was attended by Azerbaijan's cultural ambassador and artist Roza Ibadova Kocamaz, as well as musicians Ali Poladzade and Sarvar Hasanov. The performers presented a musical composition based on the poet's renowned work "Read, Tar" (Oxu, tar), which was warmly received by the audience with enthusiastic applause.
As part of the program, several of Mikayil Mushfig's poems were recited, and participants were introduced to his literary legacy and his significant place in Azerbaijani literature.
Speaking at the event, Aygun Eroglu, head of the Sanat Değirmanı platform, Nadira Ozsu, and Eshref Tuna, Vice Chairman of the Federation of Turkish Azerbaijani Associations (TADEF) and Chairman of the İzmir Azerbaijan Culture and Solidarity Association, highlighted Mikayil Mushfig's rich literary heritage and the importance of cultural ties between Azerbaijan and Türkiye.
The ceremony was held at the Alsancak Culture and Arts Factory Museum Directorate with the support of the Ministry of Culture and Tourism of the Republic of Türkiye.
At the end of the event, participants were presented with certificates and letters of appreciation.
The commemorative ceremony played an important role in promoting Azerbaijani literature and further strengthening cultural ties between the two brotherly countries.