A commemorative event dedicated to the 99th birthday anniversary of national leader Heydar Aliyev was held at the Azerbaijani Embassy in the United Kingdom on May 10.

APA's British bureau reports that speaking at the event, Ambassador Elin Suleymanov spoke about the importance of Heydar Aliyev in the establishment and protection of Azerbaijani statehood, its transformation into a strong state today, and gave detailed information about the national leader's successful policy to build a democratic state.

The ambassador noted that the national leader had incredible efforts in today's success of Azerbaijan, he always thought of his people and state.

Ambassador Elin Suleymanov spoke about the achievements of our country in Karabakh under the leadership of President Ilham Aliyev, a worthy successor of the far-sighted policy of national leader Heydar Aliyev, and the heroism of the Azerbaijani people.

Then the participants shared their memories of Heydar Aliyev.

Honored artist, tar player Rafig Rustamov and drummer Vedat Qafqazli performed Heydar Aliyev's favorite Azerbaijani music.

The event featured books, magazines and a photo exhibition about the life of national leader Heydar Aliyev.