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An event dedicated to Science Day has been held at the Central Scientific Library of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS), organized by the Youth Academy, AzerNEWS reports.

Associate Professor Elmir Babayev, Chairman of the Youth Academy, stressed the vital role of science in ensuring sustainable societal development and strengthening innovative potential. He highlighted that encouraging young researchers, training scientific personnel, and expanding international cooperation are among the key priorities.

Later, Head of the Science and Education Department of the ANAS Presidium Office, Doctor of Philology Sarkhan Khaveri, spoke about the history behind the establishment of Science Day and the Academy's role in the country's scientific life, both in the past and present.

He noted that a new phase began at ANAS following a relevant decree signed in 2022 by President Ilham Aliyev, with special attention now being given to youth.

The event also featured presentations on topics such as "The Protection and Development of the Azerbaijani Language in State Policy," "Azerbaijan–China Literary Relations," "Archaeology in the 21st Century," and "Memorial Complexes: An Analysis of the Composition of the Ganja Memorial Complex."

Science Day in Azerbaijan is observed each year on March 27. It was instituted on April 9, 2018, by President Ilham Aliyev, aligning with the 1945 establishment of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS).

Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences (ANAS) commemorates this day with conferences and scientific events to promote scientific development.

Across the country, the occasion is marked by conferences, exhibitions, academic discussions, and outreach events, reflecting Azerbaijan's ongoing efforts to integrate its scientific community into the global knowledge network and strengthen its innovation-driven future.

The Central Scientific Library of the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences is one of the country's foremost research libraries with a rich history dating back to the early 1920s, evolving over a century into an essential scientific information center that supports scholars, students, and the broader public.

Originally formed from early bibliographic efforts and systematically expanded alongside the development of Azerbaijan's scientific community, the library now preserves a vast universal collection of over 1.3 million items in more than 50 languages, including rare manuscripts and valuable historical publications.

Beyond traditional book lending and reference services, the library actively embraces modern information technologies, with extensive digitization projects, electronic catalogs, and participation in global library networks that provide access to international resources and research collaborations.

It also hosts exhibitions, scientific conferences, and special collections such as the Academicians' Library and engages in international partnerships to foster academic exchange and innovation.

The Central Scientific Library bridges conventional scholarly traditions with contemporary research needs.