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Five major events covering sports, cinema, literature and the arts are taking place in Baku in October. The capital is welcoming international participants and guests, AnewZ reports.
FIFA U-15 tournament. Baku is hosting the FIFA U-15 World Cup and Festival for the first time. The tournament, running from October 22 to 31, will bring together young footballers from countries around the world. It gives participants an opportunity to gain international experience and showcase their skills.
Baku International Film Festival. The 17th Baku International Film Festival began on October 21. The six-day festival features international short films, debut feature films and Azerbaijani productions. Selected directors are competing for the “Golden Pomegranate” award. The event also gives emerging filmmakers the opportunity to connect with representatives of the film industry from around the world.
Sabah vs. Borussia Dortmund. Sabah FK hosted Germany’s Borussia Dortmund at Baku Olympic Stadium on October 20 in the UEFA Champions League. Dortmund won 2-1, but Sabah put up a strong fight against its opponent.
Baku International Book Fair. The 12th Baku International Book Fair opened on October 21 at the Baku Expo Center. The fair runs through October 27 and brings together writers, publishers and cultural representatives from 30 countries. Its program includes book launches, meetings with authors, discussions and workshops for all age groups. Held under the slogan “Life is bigger than a screen: One child, one book, one real world,” the fair aims to encourage reading and promote cultural exchange through literature.
Baku International Art Festival. The festival, running from October 28 to November 8, features music, theatre, ballet and visual arts events. More than 20 events are planned, with violinist Maxim Vengerov and Akram Khan Company among the participants. The program will showcase a range of artistic traditions and contemporary performances.
