The role of the diaspora in strengthening the Azerbaijani-Russian relations (original) (raw)

2022, “Metafizika” Journal (ISSN 2616-6879) Serial. № 19

Development of relations between Azerbaijanis around the world, assistance in the formation of diaspora organizations in foreign countries, strengthening of the relations of Azerbaijanis with the historical Motherland is one of the priorities of the policy of the Azerbaijani government. It is noteworthy that one of the most powerful Azerbaijani diasporas is the diaspora in the territory of the Russian Federation. The article examines the history of the formation and development of the Azerbaijani diaspora in Russia. The author analyzes the activities of all diaspora organizations of Azerbaijanis created on the territory of the Russian Federation. The Azerbaijanis, who were on the territory of a foreign state, tried to stay together, uniting to various groups, the most effective of which were "Ojag" and FNKA "AzerRos" (Public Organization Federal National-Cultural Autonomy of Azerbaijanis of Russia), AMOR (Azerbaijan Youth Association of Russia), VAK (All-Russian Azerbaijan Congress). The activities of these organizations, the activities carried out by them, are evaluated from the point of view of promoting the national interests of the Azerbaijani people in Russia. For the first time, the Azerbaijani diaspora is being studied through the point of cooperation between Russia and Azerbaijan. All aspects of this cooperation have been investigated: culture, education, Russian language. Diaspora is considered as an actor in international relations. The second part of the article explores the history of Russian settlement in Azerbaijan. It is noted that in order to preserve and develop the Russian language, culture and traditions, as well as the languages and traditions of the peoples of the Russian Federation, Russian compatriots living in Azerbaijan have created public associations that function in accordance with the legislation of Azerbaijan. Influential among them are the Russian community, the Commonwealth, the Tatar society of Tugan Tel, the Cossack land of Azerbaijan in Azerbaijan and others. A comprehensive analysis of Russian associations and communities revealed their invaluable role in strengthening bilateral relations and solving many controversial problems. Thus, the presence of Russians in modern Azerbaijan, and Azerbaijanis in today's Russia is a clear positive outcome of the centuries-old coexistence of the two peoples.