President Ilham Aliyev Receives President of International Automobile Federation

Baku, Azerbaijan - September 12, 2023

President Ilham Aliyev of Azerbaijan received President of the International Automobile Federation (FIA) Mohammed Ben Sulayem at the Presidential Palace on Monday. The two leaders discussed a range of issues, including the development of motorsport in Azerbaijan and the FIA's plans to host a Formula 1 race in Baku in 2025.

Azerbaijan's Growing Role in Motorsport

Azerbaijan has emerged as a major player in motorsport in recent years. The country has hosted a Formula 1 race since 2017, and has also hosted other major motorsport events, such as the FIA World Rallycross Championship and the FIA European Touring Car Championship.

The FIA's decision to host a Formula 1 race in Baku in 2025 is a testament to Azerbaijan's growing status in the world of motorsport. The race will be the first Formula 1 race to be held in the South Caucasus region.

FIA's Commitment to Azerbaijan

The FIA is committed to supporting the development of motorsport in Azerbaijan. The federation has provided technical and financial assistance to the Azerbaijan Motorsport Federation, and has also helped to train Azerbaijani motorsport officials.

The FIA's support has helped Azerbaijan to develop a strong motorsport infrastructure. The country now has several world-class racing circuits, and has a growing number of talented young drivers.

Looking Ahead

The future of motorsport in Azerbaijan is bright. The country is committed to developing the sport, and the FIA is committed to supporting Azerbaijan's efforts. The Formula 1 race in Baku in 2025 will be a major milestone in the development of motorsport in Azerbaijan.