On May 6, 2015, the presentation of Fazil Zeynalov's book "The Oil and Gas Resources of Azerbaijan: A Country's Transformation into a Regional Energy Hub" published in French by the famous Canadian publishing house "Publibook" was held at the Conference Hall of the Presidential Library on the occasion of the 92nd anniversary of the birth of the founder of Azerbaijan's oil strategy, National Leader Heydar Aliyev.
At the event, the library director, Mayil Ahmadov, emphasized the importance of publishing a book in French in Canada that compiles detailed information on the history, export, and current reserves of Azerbaijani oil. Mayil Ahmadov highlighted the necessity of sending such books published in foreign languages to various scientific centers, libraries, and universities in French-speaking countries, noting the crucial role of these publications in conveying the realities of Azerbaijan to the global community.
During the presentation, Fazil Zeynalov provided detailed information about the book. He emphasized that the oil strategy, established by the National Leader, is being successfully continued by President Ilham Aliyev today. Zeynalov highlighted that the book evaluates the essence and distinctive features of the oil strategy within a regional context. It substantiates how implementing this strategy has positioned Azerbaijan as a key player in significant regional projects and transformed it into a global factor.
During the presentation, Turab Gurbanov from the Foreign Relations Department of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, along with Milli Majlis deputies Sahiba Gafarova, Musa Gasimli, and others, spoke about Fazil Zeynalov's scientific and socio-political contributions. They expressed high regard for the publication of the Azerbaijani scientist's book in a foreign country in French which discusses the history of oil in Azerbaijan, the projects undertaken in this sector following the restoration of the republic's independence, and the successes that have been achieved.