"We must prepare our youth for the future. In this regard, the role of teachers is essential. Teachers must have a strong command of their native language," said Deputy Minister of Science and Education Firudin Gurbanov during his speech at the forum titled “Ownership of Heritage: The Role of Teachers in Promoting the Concept of Return,” APA reports.
Deputy Minister noted that 300 schools with Azerbaijani-language instruction were operating in Western Azerbaijan.